Tigress

usgb/ˈtaɪɡrəs/
noun

A female tiger.

The tigress protected her cubs from danger.
Visual representation of "tigress" - A female tiger

Often appears as...

  • protective tigress
  • hungry tigress
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Animal Behavior

Tigress refers to specific behaviors of female tigers, like hunting and caring for cubs.

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The tigress was seen teaching her cubs how to hunt.
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Environment Specific

The word tigress is often used in nature documentaries or wildlife discussions.

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A tigress was spotted near the water hole by the safari group.
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Not Gender-neutral

The term specifically indicates gender; 'tiger' is the general term used when gender is unknown or irrelevant.

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The ranger explained that a tigress is a female, while a tiger can be of any gender.
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