Cougar (definition compiled from Urban Dictionary) A slang term used to describe an attractive older woman, usually between thirty and fifty years-old, who prefers dating much younger men—sometimes called huntresses seeking prey.
I am not a big fan of labels. They’re a “fast-food” method of identifying particular groups of people—Americans love all things fast and easy; it gives us more time to tweet and do other important stuff. Recently, one of my best friends called me a cougar. It was a compliment…or not.
I have certainly paid enough dues to belong to this “hot” new group: I have the wisdom of a woman who’s lived a bit; I exercise my mind and body regularly; and I have lots of younger friends (I do not date younger men, since I’m married a man who is not my junior).
Complement or not, being called “a cougar” sounds rather vulgar. I mean, is comparison to a predatory feline a good thing?
The Cougar…compliment or slam?
Leesa – aka – Mrs. Robinson.
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