Thesaurus results for PUSSY

pussy

noun

ˈpu̇-sē

Definition of pussy

as in cat

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

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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

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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

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

Definition of puss

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At CatCon, attendees will get to meet kitty celebrities such as Uno, the one-eared cat with 360,000 subscribers on YouTube, or the Sphynx with over 44,000 thousand followers on Instagram, lily_rose_adventures.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
Because FeLV can be contagious to other cats, Bruce will need to be the only kitty in his new home.

— Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of kitty

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