Cat vs. Tomcat — What's the Difference?

A small domesticated carnivorous mammal with retractable claws, known for its agility and affectionate behavior.

A male domestic cat, especially when mature and not neutered, known for roaming and marking territory.

A nine-tailed whip used historically for naval punishment.

Software that implements several Java EE specifications including servlets and JSPs.

A person, especially a man, known for being cool or hip.

The Grumman F-14 Tomcat, a retired American supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat, variable-sweep wing fighter aircraft.

A device for raising heavy objects, such as a car, using hydraulic pressure.

A tool or device named for its function or resemblance to the animal, like a tomcat connector in electrical work.

Any member of the feline family, including lions and tigers.

A male cat.

The cat (Felis catus) is a domestic species of small carnivorous mammal. It is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae and is often referred to as the domestic cat to distinguish it from the wild members of the family.

A tom, an intact male cat.

A small domesticated carnivorous mammal (Felis catus), kept as a pet and as catcher of vermin, and existing in a variety of breeds.

A male cat, especially when full grown or of large size.

Any of various other carnivorous mammals of the family Felidae, including the lion, tiger, leopard, and lynx.

Male cat

(Informal) A woman who is regarded as spiteful.

A person, especially a man.

A player or devotee of jazz music.

A cat-o'-nine-tails.

A catfish.

A cathead.

A device for raising an anchor to the cathead.

A catboat.

A catamaran.

To hoist an anchor to (the cathead).

An animal of the family Felidae:

A domesticated species (Felis catus) of feline animal, commonly kept as a house pet.

Any similar animal of the family Felidae, which includes lions, tigers, bobcats, leopards, cougars, cheetahs, caracals, lynxes, and other such non-domesticated species.

A person:

(offensive) A spiteful or angry woman.

An enthusiast or player of jazz.

(slang) A person (usually male).

(slang) A prostitute.

(nautical) A strong tackle used to hoist an anchor to the cathead of a ship.

Short form of cat-o'-nine-tails.

(archaic) A sturdy merchant sailing vessel now only in "catboat".

The game of "trap and ball" (also called "cat and dog").

The trap of the game of "trap and ball".

(archaic) The pointed piece of wood that is struck in the game of tipcat.

A vagina, a vulva; the female external genitalia.

A double tripod (for holding a plate, etc.) with six feet, of which three rest on the ground, in whatever position it is placed.

(historical) A wheeled shelter, used in the Middle Ages as a siege weapon to allow assailants to approach enemy defences.

(computing) A program and command in Unix that reads one or more files and directs their content to the standard output.

(slang) A street name of the drug methcathinone.

Abbreviation of catapult

Abbreviation of catalytic converter

Abbreviation of catamaran

Abbreviation of category

Abbreviation of catfish

Abbreviation of caterpillar

(slang) Any of a variety of earth-moving machines. (from their manufacturer Caterpillar Inc.)

A ground vehicle which uses caterpillar tracks, especially tractors, trucks, minibuses, and snow groomers.

Abbreviation of computed axial tomographyOften used attributively, as in “CAT scan” or “CT scan”.

To hoist (the anchor) by its ring so that it hangs at the cathead.

To flog with a cat-o'-nine-tails.

(slang) To vomit.

To go wandering at night.

To gossip in a catty manner.

To apply the cat command to (one or more files).

To dump large amounts of data on (an unprepared target), usually with no intention of browsing it carefully.

Catastrophic; terrible, disastrous.

Any animal belonging to the natural family Felidae, and in particular to the various species of the genera Felis, Panthera, and Lynx. The domestic cat is Felis domestica. The European wild cat (Felis catus) is much larger than the domestic cat. In the United States the name wild cat is commonly applied to the bay lynx (Lynx rufus). The larger felines, such as the lion, tiger, leopard, and cougar, are often referred to as cats, and sometimes as big cats. See Wild cat, and Tiger cat.

A strong vessel with a narrow stern, projecting quarters, and deep waist. It is employed in the coal and timber trade.

A double tripod (for holding a plate, etc.), having six feet, of which three rest on the ground, in whatever position it is placed.

An old game;

Same as cat o' nine tails; as, British sailors feared the cat.

A catamaran.

To bring to the cathead; as, to cat an anchor. See Anchor.

Feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and being unable to roar; domestic cats; wildcats

An informal term for a youth or man;

A spiteful woman gossip;

The leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant;

A whip with nine knotted cords;

A large vehicle that is driven by caterpillar tracks; frequently used for moving earth in construction and farm work

Any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild

A method of examining body organs by scanning them with X rays and using a computer to construct a series of cross-sectional scans along a single axis

Beat with a cat-o'-nine-tails

Eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth;

Tomcats spray to mark their territory and signal their presence to females, especially if they are not neutered.

A cat is a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with retractable claws, known for its agility and often affectionate behavior.

While some cats enjoy the company of other cats or humans, others may prefer a more solitary existence.

Cats should be fed a balanced diet suitable for their age, health status, and lifestyle, ideally under veterinary guidance.

Cats communicate through meows, purrs, hisses, body language, and scent marking among other ways.

Neutering is the most effective way to reduce spraying behavior in tomcats, along with providing appropriate scratching posts and scent-marking areas.

Domestic cats typically live around 12-15 years, though this can vary widely based on breed, health, and care.

Not necessarily, but unneutered tomcats can display more aggressive tendencies, especially during mating seasons.

Many cats benefit from companionship, whether from humans or other animals, though individual preferences can vary.

A tomcat specifically refers to a male domestic cat, often highlighting behaviors like territorial marking and roaming.

Tomcats are specifically male, often larger, and exhibit certain behaviors like spraying and roaming related to their reproductive instincts.

Yes, owning a cat can reduce stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, and provide companionship, contributing to overall mental and physical health.

Providing regular veterinary care, neutering, and ensuring they have a safe and stimulating environment can help manage a tomcat's health and behaviors.

Yes, cats can be trained to use a litter box, perform tricks, and follow certain commands, though their independent nature can make training a challenge.