feline-unfriendly
|fe-line-un-friend-ly|
B2
/ˈfiːlaɪn ʌnˈfrɛndli/
not suitable for cats
Etymology
Etymology Information
'feline-unfriendly' originates from English, combining 'feline,' meaning 'related to cats,' and 'unfriendly,' meaning 'not friendly or welcoming.'
Historical Evolution
'feline' comes from the Latin word 'felinus,' and 'unfriendly' is derived from Old English 'unfrēondlīc.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'feline' meant 'pertaining to cats,' and 'unfriendly' meant 'not friendly.' The combination specifically evolved to describe environments or objects not suitable for cats.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not suitable or welcoming for cats.
The new furniture is feline-unfriendly due to its slippery surface.
Synonyms
cat-unfriendlycat-hostile
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/11 04:18