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noun (1)

ˈki-tē How to pronounce kitty (audio)
Definition of kittynext
as in cat
a small domestic animal known for catching mice delighted to adopt a stray kitty from the pound

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noun (2)

as in deposit
a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose why don't you get us all sodas and just take the money from the party kitty?

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Recent Examples of kitty
Noun
The CleanWell Self Cleaning litter box is definitely one appliance that will benefit you as much as your kitty. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026 What started as posting photos of her adorable kitty became a full-time career. — Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026 Loan pools like the Chinese hui, the Japanese tanomoshi and the Korean kye involve groups of investors who pay into a kitty that is then doled out on a rotating basis. — Matthew Ormseth, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026 Leap across rooftops and squeeze through pipes, all to become the ultimate good kitty. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kitty
  1. cat
  2. deposit
  3. kitten
  4. fund
  5. budget
Noun
  • Public health officials say there is no conclusive scientific evidence that supports using cat’s claw for any health purposes.
    — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • An Eagle man charged with animal cruelty in the shooting deaths of two caged cats was ordered to serve a total of 14 days in jail after accepting a plea deal in August, according to court records.
    — Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of cat
Noun
  • If possible, transition to point-of-service collections or require upfront deposits for large projects.
    — Nathan Mor, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Because the Fed has kept rates elevated, savers continue to benefit from relatively attractive yields on high-yield savings accounts and other deposit products.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of deposit
Noun
  • That spirit was alive across collections, where sweet bows, light pink shades, ruffles, and even embroidered kittens made their way onto bridal looks.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The kitten got her name from her coloring, which reminded Alex of cookies and brownies.
    — Ashley Paul, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of kitten
Noun
  • Over the past two months, amid efforts to find what could be more than $20 billion to recapitalize insurance funds, Walter has sold his controlling interest in the Lakers and a minority share of Chelsea, the English Premier League club.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • LendingTree advises would-be parents to start a dedicated savings fund early, even years before a child arrives, and to park it in a high-yield savings account so interest can compound.
    — Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of fund
Noun
  • The first involves whether the state budget should cover agreements stemming from arbitration between the state and its employees.
    — Renee Anderson, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Rising construction costs forced Donnelly and architect Ryan Perella to keep the backyard guesthouse simple, using budget-conscious finishes such as polished concrete floors and wood countertops.
    — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of budget

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“Kitty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kitty. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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