Panthera leo

Definitions of Panthera leo
  1. noun
    large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
    synonyms: king of beasts, lion
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    types:
    lion cub
    a young lion
    lioness
    a female lion
    lionet
    a small or young lion
    type of:
    big cat, cat
    any of several large cats typically able to roar and living in the wild
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