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Word

acatery

Definition

n. a place where cats are kept or sold. It is an old-fashioned word that you might see in a story or a history book.

n. a shop or establishment where cats are kept for sale or breeding. Primarily found in historical or literary contexts.

Examples

“The old acatery sold rare breeds of cats.”

“In the 18th century, a wealthy merchant might visit an acatery to purchase a pair of exotic felines for his estate.”

“The historical records mention a bustling acatery near the docks, where sailors could trade their unwanted pets for fresh provisions before their long voyages.”

Examples

simple

“The old acatery sold rare breeds of cats.”

contextual

“In the 18th century, a wealthy merchant might visit an acatery to purchase a pair of exotic felines for his estate.”

complex

“The historical records mention a bustling acatery near the docks, where sailors could trade their unwanted pets for fresh provisions before their long voyages.”

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Level
C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
Rare
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