NYT Dictionary

BOBCAT

/ˈbɔb.kæt/
NounBOB-catbob-cat · 2 syllablesGrade 2

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A North American wildcat (Lynx rufus), having tufted ears and a short tail.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From bob (short hair; with reference to its tail) + cat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

red lynxskidsteerbay lynxanimalantelopearmadillobatcheetahelephanthare

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 8 recorded puzzles:

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