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Yalefā māau
Definition
A multi-colored cat; a tortoiseshell or calico cat.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to cats with patches of different colours, often white with black or orange spots. It is a descriptive term rather than a breed name, capturing the casual way people describe the appearance of a pet or stray cat.
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Grammar guides
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