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What Does CAT Mean in a Text?

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In a text, "cat" means "cool or stylish person." In a medical context, it means "Computed Axial Tomography."

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Cool or Stylish Person

In texting and slang, the word "cat" is used to refer to someone who is effortlessly cool, stylish, or "in the know." This usage originated in jazz culture but has long been used in broader casual speech. When someone calls you a "cat," they’re complimenting your vibe, confidence, or sense of style. For example:
  • That cat knows all the best spots in town.
  • Only a real cat can pull off that outfit.
  • They walked into the room like the coolest cats you've ever seen.

Computed Axial Tomography

Computed Axial Tomography (also know as Computerized Tomography (CT)) is a medical imaging technique that uses X-rays and computer processing to create detailed cross-sectional images of the body for diagnosis and treatment planning. For example:
  • We are going to do a CAT scan to get a better look.
  • She wouldn't date me until her pet cat had given me a CAT scan, to see if we get along.

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meaning of CAT

"Cool or Stylish Person" is the most common definition of "Cat."

Summary of Key Points

CAT (Definition 1)
Definition:Cool or Stylish Person
Type:Slang Word
Guessability:guessability level 5
5: Extremely difficult to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Specialists

CAT (Definition 2)
Definition:Computed Axial Tomography
Type:Acronym
Guessability:guessability level 5
5: Extremely difficult to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Specialists

An Academic Look at CAT

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When used to mean "Cool or Stylish Person," "cat" is a slang term. Slang is informal language that consists of words, phrases, and uses of language that are often restricted to a specific context or a particular group of users. It is not typically used in formal or professional settings.

When used with the meaning "Computed Axial Tomography," "CAT" can be considered an acronym, because it is formed by taking the initial letters of the words "Computed Axial Tomography" and pronouncing them together as a single word, "cat."

Example of CAT Used in a Text

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