GIVE TO THE CAT BY LIEBRE This expression does not exist, or is misused. The correct way is to PASS CATS BY LIEBRES . It would be right, too, to say PASS CAT BY LIEBRE. , GIVE CATS BY LIEBRES , or GIVE GATO BY LIEBRE . It means cheating, offering something and delivering something inferior in value or quality. The hare! , like the rabbit, are appreciated edible meats, not so that of the cat.