civvy cat
civvy cat · civvy cats
Originally the civet of Africa and AsiaOriginally the civet of Africa and Asia; now a skunk.
Meaning
1 senses(US, regional)Originally the civet of Africa and Asia; now a skunk.
Origin
A clipping of civet cat.A clipping of civet cat.
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Forms
plural: civvy cats| Singular | civvy cat |
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See also
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