cheshire cat (species)
The Cheshire Cat (/ˈtʃɛʃər, -ɪər/ CHESH-ər, -eer) is a fictional cat popularized by Lewis Carroll in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and known for its distinctive mischievous grin. While now most often used in Alice-related contexts, the association of a "Cheshire cat" with grinning predates the 1865 book. It has transcended the context of literature and become enmeshed in popular culture, appearing in various…
