Cat (Felis Domestica)

Definition: Cat - a small domesticated carnivore, Felis domestica or F. catus, bred in a number of varieties.

Domestic Cats - any domesticated member of the genus Felis. The cat (Felis silvestris catus), also known as domestic cats or house cats to distinguish it from other felines, is a small carnivorous species a nocturnal mammal that is often valued by humans for its companionship and its ability to hunt vermin. It has been associated with humans for at least 9,500 years. Cats typically weigh between 2.5 and 7 kg (5.5–16 pounds); however, some such as the Maine Coon, can exceed 11.3 kg (25 pounds). Some have been known to reach up to 23 kg (50 pounds) due to overfeeding. Conversely, very small cats (less than 1.8 kg / 4.0 lb)[5] have been reported.

Other Definitions:
Felis Catus, Felis Domesticus - house cat
Domestic Animal, domesticated animal - any of various animals that have been tamed & made fit for a human environment.
Felis, genus Felis - type genus of the Felidae: true cats and most wildcats
cat, true cat - feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats
kitty-cat, puss, pussy, pussycat, kitten, kitty - informal terms referring to a domestic cat
mouser - a cat proficient at mousing
alley cat - a homeless cat
tomcat, tom - male cat
tabby, queen - female cat
tabby, tabby cat - a cat with a grey or tawny coat mottled with black
tiger cat - a cat having a striped coat
calico cat, tortoiseshell-cat, tortoiseshell - a cat having black and cream-colored and yellowish markings
clowder - a group of cats