As a Noun: 1. An animal, usually a large one that walks on four legs. 2. A fierce animal that belongs to the cat family. They are orange-colored with black stripes. English = tiger. 3. A fierce animal that belongs to the cat family. They have yellowish fur and the male has long hair on its head and neck. English = lion. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. Of an animal, to walk, stride or pace.