tabby

The word “tabby” has 2 syllables: tab-by

It's pronounced as /ˈtæbi/


What is synonym and antonym for tabby?

In the thesaurus, “tabby” has 3 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for tabby along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for tabby

  • alley cat
  • kitten
  • striped

Meanings of tabby

  • noun
    1. A kind of waved silk, usually called watered silk, manufactured like taffeta, but thicker and stronger. The watering is given to it by calendering.
    2. A mixture of lime with shells, gravel, or stones, in equal proportions, with an equal proportion of water. When dry, this becomes as hard as rock.
    3. A brindled cat.
    4. An old maid or gossip.
  • verb
    1. To give a wavy or watered appearance to (a textile).
  • adjective
    1. Having a wavy or watered appearance.
    2. Brindled; diversified in color.

Example Sentences

  • The playful tabby chased after a rolling ball of yarn.
  • In the sunlight, the fur of the sleeping tabby looked warm and inviting.
  • Our family adopted a sweet tabby from the local animal shelter.
  • The old bookstore had a resident cat, a wise and dignified tabby.
  • As I walked through the park, a curious tabby approached, hoping for attention.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to tabby, such as: alley cat, kitten, striped.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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