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noun (1)

plural of puss, slang
as in faces
the front part of the head the snowball smacked him right in the puss

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noun (2)

plural of puss
as in cats
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

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  1. faces
  2. cats
  3. kittens
  4. kitties
Noun
  • Since Escola, who won a Tony for playing Mary, left the production, tons of famous faces have assumed the part including Jane Krakowski, Tituss Burgess, Betty Gilpin, Maya Rudolph and Meg Stalter.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
  • His answer will put a smile on the faces of old school football fans.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of faces
Noun
  • In the living room of their Englewood home, the Bennett family listens to records while cuddling with their cats.
    — Eleni N. Gage, Architectural Digest, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Gold medalists Ryan Crouser (shot put), Regan Smith (swimming) and Jessica Long (para swimming) are the judges who will place three dogs and three cats as gold, silver and bronze medalists for their respective divisions.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of cats
Noun
  • Puppies, kittens, and adult pets have different nutritional needs.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 27 July 2026
  • Puppies, kittens, senior pets, and brachycephalic breeds are at higher risk.
    — Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of kittens
Noun
  • There are store cats everywhere that are hanging around, and the store kitties are very friendly.
    — Rachel Brodsky, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
  • Owners looking to adopt one of these sweet kitties should be prepared to give them their attention, and lots of it.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 12 June 2026
Definition of kitties
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