Definition of Cat's-paw

1. Noun. A person used by another to gain an end.

Exact synonyms: Instrument, Pawn
Generic synonyms: Assistant, Help, Helper, Supporter

2. Noun. A hitch in the middle of rope that has two eyes into which tackle can be hooked.
Generic synonyms: Hitch

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cat's-paw

Casuarius
casuist
casuistic
casuistical
casuistries
casuistry
casuists
casus
casus belli
CAT
CAT
cat's-claw
cat's-ear
cat's-eye pupil
cat's-eye syndrome
cat's-paw
cat's-tail
cat's cradle
cat's cry syndrome
cat's eye
cat's feet
cat's foot
cat-bite disease
cat-bite fever
cat-o'-nine-tails
cat-scratch disease
cat-scratch fever
cata-
cata-cornered
catabasial

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