leopard

noun

leop·ard | \ ˈle-pərd

Definition of leopard

1a : a large strong cat (Panthera pardus) of southern Asia and Africa that is adept at climbing and is usually tawny or buff with black spots arranged in rosettes

— called also panther

b : the fur or pelt of a leopard

2 : a heraldic representation of a lion passant guardant

Examples of leopard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

McKinney designed 12 styles for the collection, which goes live today, and features stylish, feminine designs offered in leopard prints, flirty gingham, bold polka dots, and graphic stripes. — Amanda Mitchell, Marie Claire, "Exclusive: Charlotte McKinney's Guess Collection Will Leave You Thirsting For Summer," 4 Feb. 2019 Later that week in Paris, she was spotted with another old friend, Sadie Frost, and wore a cinched velvet jacket with a peekaboo leopard-print shirt. — Liana Satenstein, Vogue, "Why I Love the New Kate Moss So Much Better Than the ’90s Waif," 25 Jan. 2019 Comer is evolving her own individual style, ranging from flowers and a braid to silky leopard print. — Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "Jodie Comer of 'Killing Eve' Is One of the Most Captivating Actresses of Her Time," 4 Jan. 2019 Much like leopard print, there’s room for less-obvious hues to be the prominent shade in an ensemble: just ask Lupita Nyong’o, who stepped out in all-over metallics last night. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, "Lupita Nyong’o Matched Her Entire Outfit to Her Disco Ball Heels," 11 Jan. 2019 Earlier this year, media reports and wildlife experts said at least three children have been killed by leopards in a series of attacks in rural India. — Fox News, "'Baby snatcher' monkey hunted after infant found dead in well," 2 Oct. 2018 In the glam photo, both mother and daughter look flawless, with Kris Jenner rocking an iconic leopard print coat, and looking deservedly glitzy. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Khloé Kardashian Just Posted the Sweetest Tribute to 'Strong & Fabulous' Kris Jenner," 22 Dec. 2018 Get ready to kiss your little leopard flats goodbye because camo-print loafers are going to be your go-to, everyday shoe for sure! — Jasmine Snow, Seventeen, "Fashion Trends," 12 June 2013 The runway look was complete with a long leopard-print dress, a black coat, and black boots. — Lauren Rearick, Teen Vogue, "Models Wore Chic Pigtails for Alexander Wang’s Fall 2019 Fashion Show," 3 Dec. 2018

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