cat tax

English

Pronunciation

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Noun

cat tax (plural cat taxes)

1. (Internet slang) An image or video of one's pet cat posted online, seen as a duty to be fulfilled upon introduction to a forum or social media platform.

   Coordinate term: dog tax

Usage notes

• When someone mentions or posts about their cat in an online space, other users may become curious about the pet and demand "cat tax".