This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (27 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Wednesday sits mid-week in difficulty, with more wordplay than Monday or Tuesday.
Answer length: 6 squares
First letter
O _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
O _ _ _ _ T
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OCELOT as a word: An American feline carnivore (Leopardus pardalis, syn. Felis pardalis) covered with blackish ocellated spots and blotches which are variously arranged.
OCELOT has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since June 17, 2026.
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