Puma (noun)

A large, slender cat that is native to the Americas and is also known as cougar or mountain lion.

Origin:

Late 19th century: via american spanish from quechua puma.

Examples:

1. The puma is a solitary and elusive predator.
2. The puma is the largest cat in the Americas.
3. Pumas are known for their powerful hind legs, which allow them to jump great distances.
4. She was fascinated by the puma and spent many hours studying its behavior.
5. The puma is a top predator, hunting everything from deer to elk in its native habitats.