Definition of "tiger" in English

noun

1. Panthera tigris, a large predatory mammal of the cat family, indigenous to Asia.

2. Certain other animals that resemble true tigers in appearance, pattern, colouration, etc.

3. (heraldry) A representation of a large mythological cat, used on a coat of arms.

4. (South Africa, dated but still used) A leopard.

5. A relatively small country or group of countries with a fast-growing economy.

6. (obsolete) A servant in livery, who rides with his master or mistress.

7. (US, slang) A person who is very athletic during sexual intercourse.

8. (figurative) A ferocious, bloodthirsty and audacious person.

9. A pneumatic box or pan used in refining sugar.

noun

1. A final shouted phrase, accompanied by a jump or outstretched arms, at the end of a cheer.