noun
Common
pussy
PUU-see
Pussy (noun) means an informal or affectionate word for a cat. Example: “The children were stroking the neighbour's pussy cat.”
noun
1
An informal or affectionate word for a cat.
"The children were stroking the neighbour's pussy cat."
2
A vulgar slang term for the female genitals.
"[vulgar slang, example omitted]"
3
A vulgar slang term for a coward or weak, timid person.
"Stop being such a pussy and just ask her out."
How to use pussy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly known today as a vulgar slang word, though its original sense was simply a pet name for a cat.
When to use it
Vulgar slang in its genital and "coward" senses — avoid in polite or formal contexts.
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Word forms
- Plural
- pussies
- Third person singular
- pussies
- Past tense
- pussied
- Comparative
- pussier
- Superlative
- pussiest
Etymology
From "puss" (a pet name for a cat) plus the diminutive suffix "-y."
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Rhymes for pussy
See all rhymes for pussy →Frequently asked questions
What does “pussy” mean?
The word “pussy” means an informal or affectionate word for a cat. In plain terms, mainly known today as a vulgar slang word, though its original sense was simply a pet name for a cat.
How do you pronounce “pussy”?
“Pussy” is pronounced PUU-see (/ˈpʊsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “pussy” in a sentence?
Here is “pussy” used in a sentence: “The children were stroking the neighbour's pussy cat.”
What part of speech is “pussy”?
“Pussy” is a noun.
Is “pussy” a common word?
“Pussy” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pussy” have?
“Pussy” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal or affectionate word for a cat.
