panther
noun
pan·ther
ˈpan(t)-thər 
plural panthers also panther
1
: leopard: such as
a
: a leopard of a hypothetical exceptionally large fierce variety
b
: a leopard of the black color phase
2
: cougar sense 1 compare florida panther
3
: jaguar
Examples of panther in a Sentence
the panther is surprisingly difficult to spot
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The endangered Florida panther faces the dual threats of urban sprawl and increased traffic
In 2024, 36 panther deaths were recorded by state wildlife officials, which was the most since 2016.
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Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
But the public lands where this cam shot was taken also hosts many bobcats as well as panthers.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
The model and actress can also be seen lounging on a zebra skin, straddling a black marble panther, and flaunting dramatic pagoda shoulders in a red pantsuit that nearly matches her lipstick.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
Other commenters have suggested several identities for this most recent mystery animal, including a panther, dog, and bobcat.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
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Natalia Jaramillo, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
But the public lands where this cam shot was taken also hosts many bobcats as well as panthers.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
The model and actress can also be seen lounging on a zebra skin, straddling a black marble panther, and flaunting dramatic pagoda shoulders in a red pantsuit that nearly matches her lipstick.
—Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025
Other commenters have suggested several identities for this most recent mystery animal, including a panther, dog, and bobcat.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for panther
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“Panther.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panther. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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panther
noun
pan·ther
ˈpan(t)-thər
plural panthers also panther
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