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snow leopard
noun
: a large cat (Panthera uncia synonym Uncia uncia) of upland central Asia with long heavy grayish-white fur irregularly marked with brownish-black spots, rosettes, and rings
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This theory goes against the notion that ancient snow leopards adapted to high, rocky places.
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2025
They can be found romping (or dozing) in the zoo's snow leopard habitat.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
Get it in various colors and textured styles, including brown ombre, snow leopard, and ruched gray.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025
Thanks to the foundation’s efforts, the native snow leopard population has grown from 120 to 150 in the past five years.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2024
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 15 Jan. 2025
They can be found romping (or dozing) in the zoo's snow leopard habitat.
—Christine Clarridge, Axios, 14 Jan. 2025
Get it in various colors and textured styles, including brown ombre, snow leopard, and ruched gray.
—Kelsey Fredricks, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2025
Thanks to the foundation’s efforts, the native snow leopard population has grown from 120 to 150 in the past five years.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Aug. 2024
See All Example Sentences for snow leopard
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“Snow leopard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snow%20leopard. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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