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pussycat

/ˈpʊs.iˌkæt/
pus · sy · cat
Plural:pussycats
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• noun

1

An informal or affectionate term, used especially by or with children, for a small domesticated carnivorous mammal (Felis catus) of the feline family.

Example

"The little girl gently stroked the sleeping pussycat on the sofa."

2

A person who is surprisingly gentle, amiable, and compliant, especially despite having an intimidating or tough outward appearance.

Example

"Despite his stern demeanor in the boardroom, the director is actually a gentle pussycat at heart."

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• Nearby Words

puschkinia
push
pussy willow
pussycat
put
putumayo
puyallup

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century as a compound of 'pussy' (an affectionate diminutive of 'puss', an early modern Germanic word for a cat) and 'cat'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pussycat. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 22, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pussycat
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