gib

noun

Definition of gibnext
as in tomcat

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  1. tomcat
  2. tabby
  3. kitten
  4. kit
Noun
  • As well as writing and directing the show, Gervais reprises his trademark deadpan self as ginger tomcat Gus, alongside Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, Natalie Cassidy and Tony Way in the voice cast.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 25 June 2026
  • All kinds of urban animals would wander over, chiefly because Alix set out bowls of kibble and water on the front stoop for her big black tomcat.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2025
Definition of tomcat
Noun
  • The upper story is covered in wooden clapboards while the ground floor features coquina limestone masonry walls and seashell tabby flooring.
    — Joe Yogerst, CNN Money, 27 June 2026
  • But some of the stars were Tutti Frutti (German shepherd, adopted); Grapes (another German shepherd, adopted); Catfinated Beverage (orange tabby, adopted); Beep Beep (Australian cattle dog, adopted); Spatula (whippet, adopted); and Lawn Mower the French bulldog (adopted).
    — Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Definition of tabby
Noun
  • Puppies, kittens, and adult pets have different nutritional needs.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 27 July 2026
  • Puppies, kittens, senior pets, and brachycephalic breeds are at higher risk.
    — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of kitten
Noun
  • That meant people who’d paid for log cabin kits would get nothing.
    — Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2026
  • With ready-to-assemble kits and the wide availability of water plants, a garden pond of any size can be simple to install and maintain.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of kit
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“Gib.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gib. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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