maneki-neko

See also: maneki neko

English

Alternative forms

• maneki neko

Etymology

From Japanese 招き猫 (maneki neko, literally “beckoning cat”).

Noun

maneki-neko (plural maneki-nekos or maneki-neko)

1. A common Japanese figurine which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner.

Further reading

• maneki-neko on Wikipedia.Wikipedia