Definition

A type of vehicle that has tracks instead of wheels and is used for traveling over snow-covered terrain.

Example

The snowcat made it easy to reach the remote cabin in the mountains during winter.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a snowcat in action?

Yeah, they look really cool!

I heard they can go anywhere on the snow.

Definitely! They make winter travel so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snowcat → The word is formed from "snow" (from Old English *snāw*, meaning frozen precipitation) and "cat" (from Latin *cattus*, meaning a domesticated feline). A snowcat refers to a vehicle designed for traveling over snow, combining the idea of snow with a cat-like agility or movement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'snow' as frozen precipitation and 'cat' as a nimble creature. A snowcat is a vehicle that moves easily over snow, just like a cat moves gracefully.

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