"lap cat" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: lap cats [plural]
Etymology: lap + cat, on the model of lapdog. Head templates: {{en-noun}} lap cat (plural lap cats)
  1. A domestic cat that willingly sits on a person's lap. Synonyms: lapcat
    Sense id: en-lap_cat-en-noun-bL7P5Sf4 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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Alternative forms

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          "text": "She's determined not to be a lap cat. She's very affectionate in her own way, but she will not sit in my lap.",
          "type": "quote"
        },
        {
          "ref": "2005, Cynthia K Chandler, Animal Assisted Therapy in Counseling:",
          "text": "Cats are active and playful, therefore entertaining to play with and watch. A lap cat provides nurturing and affection.",
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