tiger's mouth; cat's face pattern
A Go term for a specific shape of three stones that resembles a cat's face, often used as a connection. The English term 'tiger's mouth' is common.
This shape is called a cat's face and is often used for connection.
I made a tiger's mouth and cut off the opponent's stones.
The term literally means 'cat's face' and describes a Go stone formation that visually resembles a cat's face.