Meaning of the word LaPerm in English

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LaPerm

US /ləˈpɜːrm/
UK /ləˈpɜːm/
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Noun

a breed of cat known for its curly coat, which can be short or long-haired, originating from a spontaneous mutation in a barn cat in Oregon, USA, in 1982

Example:
The LaPerm cat has a unique wavy or curly coat.
Many people are drawn to the LaPerm for its hypoallergenic qualities.