catlike

adjective
UK /ˈkætlaɪk/
US /ˈkætlaɪk/

Moving or looking like a cat.

She walked with catlike steps so nobody would hear her.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Quiet and careful, like a cat sneaking around.

He made a catlike move to grab the last cookie.

3. Having features that look like a cat's, such as pointed ears or bright eyes.

The little robot had catlike ears on top of its head.

4. Flexible and quick in the way one moves.

The gymnast landed with a catlike twist.