noun
- large wild cats native to the Americas, also known as mountain lions or pumas
- older women who seek romantic relationships with significantly younger men
Usage: slang
Examples
- Cougars are solitary hunters that prefer mountainous terrain.
- The wildlife preserve is home to several cougars and their cubs.
- Hikers were warned about cougar sightings in the area.
- Cougars can leap up to 40 feet horizontally.
- The documentary featured stunning footage of cougars in their natural habitat.
- Conservation efforts have helped stabilize cougar populations in some regions.