"belly trap" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: belly traps [plural]
Etymology: Referring to a cat's habit of biting the hands of anyone who touches its belly, usually due to instinct. Head templates: {{en-noun}} belly trap (plural belly traps)
  1. (slang, endearing) The belly of a cat. Tags: endearing, slang Categories (lifeform): Cats
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