Abyssinian cat

/ˌæbəˈsɪniən kæt/
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Definitions of Abyssinian cat
  1. noun
    a small slender short-haired breed of African origin having brownish fur with a reddish undercoat
    synonyms: Abyssinian
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    type of:
    Felis catus, Felis domesticus, domestic cat, house cat
    any domesticated member of the genus Felis
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