Synonyms of puss

puss 1 of 2

noun (1)

slang

as in face

the front part of the head

the snowball smacked him right in the puss

Synonyms & Similar Words

• face
• countenance
• pan
• visage
• kisser
• mug
• looks
• presence
• appearance
• expression
• features
• mien
• aspect
• lineaments
• physiognomy

puss

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈpu̇s 

as in cat

a small domestic animal known for catching mice

I don't want a purebred cat, just some playful puss in need of a good home

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cat
• pussy
• kitten
• kitty
• pussycat
• feline
• house cat
• moggy
• kit
• tabby
• mouser
• tomcat
• alley cat
• gib

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of puss

Noun

International sophisticates of every age, seasonal trade-fair young professionals, glamour puss models, honeymooners, couples with kids in tow, heads of state and some of the world’s biggest film stars. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Apr. 2026

Elizabeth Olsen does vintage flirty ‘n’ flighty with an impeccable sense of Jean Arthur timing, and a glamor-puss profile that would make Claudette Colbert envious. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 Nov. 2025

There were many times the dressing would unravel or not be strong enough and puss would come through. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2024

But another presidential puss drawn into the frame — and the one most deserving of that shame at the moment — is Mexico’s Andrés Manuel López Obrador. — Tim Padgett, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2024

Given the profusion of little pusses, why was the North African wildcat the one to give rise to our household companions? — Jonathan Losos, Discover Magazine, 10 Aug. 2023

After all, short of a serious sour puss, who doesn't like to laugh? — Jill Gleeson, Country Living, 20 June 2023

That person on your list who’s all about their precious puss? — Christina Vercelletto, CNN Underscored, 20 Nov. 2020