roskatt

Roskatt is a term that can refer to several things, most commonly a type of cat or a slang term. In a feline context, "roskatt" is a Norwegian word that literally translates to "trash cat" or "scavenger cat." It describes a stray or feral cat that lives by scavenging for food, often in urban or semi-urban environments. These cats are typically independent and may be wary of humans due to their difficult lives. While some roskatter may be friendly and seek out human interaction, many are shy and elusive.

The term can also be used more broadly as slang, particularly in Scandinavian countries, to denote something or someone of low quality, disreputable, or generally undesirable. This usage extends beyond just animals and can be applied to objects, situations, or even people. The connotation is generally negative, implying something that is broken, neglected, or of poor origin.

In some online communities or informal discussions, "roskatt" might be used humorously or ironically to refer to a particularly scruffy or quirky domestic cat, playing on the original meaning of a cat surviving on its own. However, the primary association remains with stray cats and the more general slang meaning of something being of poor quality.