Where Did Caterwauling Come from?
The Word Dates to the Late 14Th Century, and Is Thought to Come from Low German Katerwaulen “Cry Like a Cat, ” or Formed in English from Cater, from Middle...
The word dates to the late 14th century, and is thought to come from Low German katerwaulen “cry like a cat,” or formed in English from cater, from Middle Dutch cater “tomcat” + Middle English waul “to yowl.”
What is a caterwauling person?
caterwauling in British English
(ˈkætəˌwɔːlɪŋ) noun. the shrieking and yowling made by a cat, for example when it is on heat or fighting. derogatory. similar unpleasant noises made by a person.
Why does a cat caterwaul?
Cats will caterwaul when they are unhappy or feel out of sorts. If your cat is particularly clingy, she might express vocalization when you leave her home alone or even go into a different room. Cats might also react to a recent move or strangers visiting your home.
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