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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Our manatees, panthers, bears and countless other species rely on healthy ecosystems to survive, ecosystems that are shrinking daily due to human encroachment and legislative negligence.
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Falco knew about its lore, how a panther once stalked the community for months.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
The colorful panther pattern adds a bold touch to your nightly routine while still prioritizing comfort.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Cougars, mountain lions, panthers and pumas are the same cat species — puma concolor, according to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance website.
—Olga R. Rodriguez, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
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Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Feb. 2026
Falco knew about its lore, how a panther once stalked the community for months.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
The colorful panther pattern adds a bold touch to your nightly routine while still prioritizing comfort.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
Cougars, mountain lions, panthers and pumas are the same cat species — puma concolor, according to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance website.
—Olga R. Rodriguez, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
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 Feb. 2026.
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panther
noun
pan·ther
ˈpan(t)-thər
plural panthers also panther
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