Where does the term “alley cat” come from and What does alley cat mean?

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Karen Hill

The term “alley cat” refers to any homeless or stray cat, especially one frequenting alleys in search of food in garbage cans, etc.

By extension, a prostitute or a street-walker furtively seeking customers.

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