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cougars
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美洲狮, 山狮
a large wild cat with a tawny fur that lives in mountains, native to the Americas
The cougar, also known as the puma, mountain lion, or panther, is a large wildcat species that is native to the Americas. Cougars have a sleek and muscular body with a tawny coat of fur that can range from light brown to reddish-brown, with a long tail and powerful limbs. They are solitary and elusive animals known for their exceptional hunting skills and ability to adapt to various habitats, including forests, deserts, and mountains. Cougars are opportunistic predators that primarily feed on deer and other ungulates, but can also hunt smaller mammals, birds, and even fish when the opportunity arises. They are known for their stealth and speed, with the ability to leap and sprint to catch their prey. Cougars play a vital role in maintaining the balance of their ecosystems as top predators. Despite facing threats such as habitat loss and human encroachment, cougars are considered a symbol of strength and adaptability in the wild.
- The cougar prowled silently through the dense underbrush, its golden eyes fixed on its unsuspecting prey.
美洲狮悄无声息地穿过茂密的灌木丛,它金色的眼睛紧盯着毫无察觉的猎物。
- Hidden among the jagged cliffs, the cougar patiently awaited the perfect moment to strike.
隐藏在锯齿状的悬崖之中,美洲狮耐心等待着出击的完美时刻。
- With a powerful leap, the cougar bounded effortlessly across the rocky terrain.
随着强有力的跳跃,美洲狮轻松地跨越了岩石地形。
- From its perch high in the trees, the cougar observed the activity below with a watchful gaze.
从它在树上的高处栖息地,美洲狮用警惕的目光观察着下面的活动。
- A fleeting glimpse of the cougar's tail disappearing into the shadows sent shivers down the hiker's spine.
瞥见美洲狮的尾巴消失在阴影中,徒步旅行者不寒而栗。
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美洲狮, 追逐年轻男性的年长女性
an older woman who pursues or dates younger men
The slang term cougar refers to an older woman, often in her 40s or beyond, who seeks romantic or sexual relationships with significantly younger men. Its exact origin is debated, but it is widely believed to have emerged in Western Canada in the late 1990s, possibly first appearing on a Canadian dating website. The name draws on the image of the cougar, a powerful and agile predator, as a metaphor for a woman actively pursuing younger partners. While it began as a somewhat derogatory label, often implying desperation, it has since been embraced by some as a symbol of confidence, independence, and sexual empowerment. The term has been popularized through television, films, and celebrity culture, making it a familiar part of modern dating slang.
- That cougar showed up with her much younger boyfriend.
那个熟女带着她年轻得多的男朋友出现了。
- Everyone whispered about the cougar flirting with college guys.
所有人都在低声议论那个和大学男生调情的熟女。
- A cougar bought drinks for the younger men at the bar.
熟女为酒吧里的年轻男士买了饮料。
- That cougar loves dating men in their twenties.
那个熟女喜欢和二十多岁的男人约会。
- He bragged about being with a cougar last summer.
他吹嘘去年夏天和一个美洲狮在一起。