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pussies

noun

plural of pussy

as in cats

a small domestic animal known for catching mice fed his pussy only the finest fish for her supper

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Noun

The practice has declined with growing pet ownership and urbanization, and younger Vietnamese are more likely to regard dogs and cats as companion animals.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
Dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and household birds can accompany passengers in the cabin on flights within the US.

— Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of cats

Noun

Maggie Yenchick, the nonprofit's assistant medical coordinator, answered the call to foster the three kittens.

— Megan Shinn, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
In 2013, Spagis and her wife, Ivy, moved from Canada to South Los Angeles, where a stray cat and her kittens appeared in their backyard.

— Meg Dunn, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 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

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