Pussy

/ˈpʌsi/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A cat or kitten.

I adopted a cute little pussy from the animal shelter.

A term used to refer to a girl's or woman's vulva.

He felt too embarrassed to discuss anatomy, so he just referred to it as the pussy.

An informal term for someone considered cowardly or weak.

Don't be a pussy; just go talk to her!

verb

To act in a cowardly, timid, or weak manner.

Stop pussying around and take charge of the situation!

Middle English 'poussie', from Old French 'poussin', meaning 'young animal'.

pussycat

an affectionate term for a cat.

scaredy-cat

a person who is easily frightened.

feline

relating to or affecting cats.

kitten

a young cat.

coward

a person who lacks the courage to face danger.

A derogatory term for a timid or cowardly person.

Stop being such a pussy and stand up for yourself.

Referring to female genitalia in a vulgar manner.

He made a crude joke about her pussy.