pussycat

noun

ˈpu̇-sē-ˌkat How to pronounce pussycat (audio)
Definition of pussycatnext
as in cat
a small domestic animal known for catching mice oh, look at the cute little pussycat, kids

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Recent Examples of pussycat The pussycat bow blouse, which was popularized in the 1970s among professional women, is a feminine version of a traditional tie. — Therèsa M. Winge, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2024 One resident replied to the post with a picture of the pussycat asleep on a wicker chair between two smiling children. — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2024 That pussycat outfit was originally made for Chinese New Year celebration for the Year of the Rabbit, and it was supposed to be finished in January. — Stephen Daw, Billboard, 23 Apr. 2024 Sapphira’s outfit is the wrong color, but her literal pussycat wig is funny. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 2 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for pussycat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pussycat
  1. cat
  2. kitten
  3. kitty
Noun
  • The cats are being rescued from the former Luján Zoo, about 70 kilometers (43 miles) northwest of Argentina's capital of Buenos Aires, after years of uncertainty over their fate.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • That said, Hudgens made the look decidedly 2026 with her nails, which are topped off with a cat-eye effect—clearly one of her favorite manicure modes considering how often she's seen wearing it in a variety of colors.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of cat
Noun
  • The pieces are small, which is great for kittens, but many adult cats also prefer them this way.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Officers initially discovered more than 30 cats and kittens living in unsafe conditions aboard the vessel, with many appearing frightened and malnourished.
    — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of kitten
Noun
  • All of these things can hurt or kill your kitty, so to keep them around longer, keep them inside.
    — Tanya Edwards, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026
  • What started as posting photos of her adorable kitty became a full-time career.
    — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of kitty

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“Pussycat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pussycat. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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