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Meaning of fraidy cat | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Synonym of scaredy-cat (“coward”).

childish

Examples

“MURROW: Do you remember⟳ the most severe disciplinary action taken against you when you were a youngster, Mr. President? TRUMAN: Well, I was one of these fraidy cats who usually obeyed the rules and they didn't have⟳ to get⟳ after me very often.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

fraidy-cat Fraijo Frail frail sister frailejón Frailer

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