Meaning of the word "leopard cat" in English

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leopard cat

US /ˈlep.ərd ˌkæt/
UK /ˈlep.ərd ˌkæt/
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Noun

1.

a small wild cat native to Asia, characterized by its spotted coat resembling a leopard's, and often found in forests and grasslands

Example:
The leopard cat is a nocturnal hunter.
Conservation efforts are underway to protect the habitat of the leopard cat.
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