Catfooted

/ˈkætfʊtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Moving with quiet, stealthy steps; sneaky and careful in movement, like a cat.

Etymology

Adjective formed from the compound noun 'catfoot' plus the suffix '-ed,' creating an adjective meaning 'having the quality of moving like a catfoot.'

Kelly Says

When detectives or spies move 'catfooted' through a space, they're literally trying to copy the silent, graceful movements of cats—nature's perfect example of stealth that humans have been trying to imitate for thousands of years!

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