The answer to each definition is a single word, beginning with the letters CAT.
| 1 | The intestines of a sheep used to make strings for musical instruments Catgut |
| 2 | China or Chinese Cathay |
| 3 | A complete list of items Catalogue |
| 4 | Relating to a mirror or a reflection Catoptric |
| 5 | A large waterfall Cataract |
| 6 | Scottish Highland fighting men, marauders. Cateran |
| 7 | A band which featured Cerys Matthews as lead vocalist Catatonia |
| 8 | To connect in links to make a chain-like structure, a word particularly used is chemistry. Catenation or catenate. |
| 9 | A raised platform for supporting a coffin while lying in state, or during a service. Catafalque |
| 10 | An English racecourse Catterick |