kitty litter

noun

plural kitty litters
: an absorbent usually coarse substance used in litter boxes : cat litter

Examples of kitty litter in a Sentence

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That means leave dog poop and kitty litter out. Jessica Damiano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026 Throw it out: When disposing of medications at home, remove them from their original containers and mix them with an unappealing substance, such as kitty litter or coffee grounds. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 22 Apr. 2026 Try Natural Deterrents Castor oil, used kitty litter, cayenne powder, human hair, blood meal, and predator urine sprays are all commonly used to repel groundhogs. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Apr. 2026 Some helpful home tips include using lemons to neutralize odor from kitty litter boxes and cutting boards, freshen fridges, remove stains from clothing and coffee mugs, and polish stainless pots and pans to a dazzling sparkle. Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitty litter was in 1948

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“Kitty litter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitty%20litter. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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