tomcat noun 3verb 1forms 3 noun3 •A tom (male cat). •(informal, disapproving) A promiscuous man. •An insect of the order Coleoptera referring to certain species of rove beetles, particularly in the genus Paederus, known for secreting a potent irritant, pederin, which can cause severe skin irritation and blistering when contacted. verb1 •(informal, disapproving) To prowl for sexual gratification.He would not go roaming the streets tom-catting like Mr Schick. — 1985 formstomcatted · tomcatting · tomcats
