baak6 maau1白貓白猫
Jyutpingbaak6 maau1
Yalebaahk māau
Definition
A white cat, or the name of a well-known brand of detergent and dishwashing liquid.
- white cat
- White Cat, a well-known brand of detergent and dishwashing liquid
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical appearance of a cat rather than a specific breed. It is common to use this term when describing a stray or a pet in a casual setting without needing to specify a pedigree.
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