tiger
ti-ger · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
A large wild cat with yellowish-orange fur and black stripes, native to Asia.
- 2.
A fierce, determined person.
Forms
plural: tigers
Phrases & expressions
- •paper tiger — Something that appears threatening but is ineffectual.
- •tiger economy — A rapidly growing Asian economy.
Related words
Etymology
From Greek tigris, from Persian tigra ("sharp, pointed"), possibly referring to the animal's speed or claws.