feral
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Wild, especially describing an animal that has escaped from being a pet or was born in the wild.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
wild
untamed
Antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "A colony of _____ cats lives near the old warehouse."
Answer: feral
In your own words, what does "feral" mean?
Wild, especially describing an animal that has escaped from being a pet or was born in the wild.
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