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bodega cat

New York slang
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Maturity / Intensity: πŸ”₯

A resident cat kept in a local deli or corner store to keep pests away and greet customers

Β« The bodega cat was napping right on top of the bread box near the register. Β»
The resident shop cat was sleeping directly on top of the bread enclosure near the cash register.
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