猫耳
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Meanings
1
cat ears
Literal meaning: the ears of a cat. Also used for cat-ear-shaped accessories or hairstyles.
I went to the party wearing a cat-ear headband.
That girl has a hairstyle that looks like cat ears.
2
nekomimi; cat-eared character; catgirl; catboy
usually written using kana alonemanga slang
Manga/anime slang for a character with cat ears, often a catgirl or catboy. Usually written in kana or katakana.
Characters with cat ears often appear in recent anime.
He is cosplaying as a catboy.
3
ears with soft, slightly smelly earwax
Describes ears that produce soft earwax with a mild odor, often associated with a genetic trait. Rare and specific usage.
People with 'cat ears' often have moist earwax that has a slight smell.
Expressions
- 猫耳を洗うと雨が降るif a cat washes its ears, rain is coming