Kitty

/ˈkɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small cat or a young cat.

The children were excited to see a fluffy little kitty playing in the grass.

A fund or pool of money, especially for a specific purpose or among a group of people.

We have been saving money in the kitty to pay for the team's end-of-season party.

A group of players or partners who pool their money for gambling or betting.

They contributed to the kitty for the poker game of the night.

From the word 'kitten', possibly influenced by French 'kitten' or 'kittenni'.

scaredy-cat

A person who is easily frightened.

cat's whiskers

Something or someone regarded as excellent.

cat nap

A short sleep.

kitten

A young cat, typically less than a year old.

feline

Relating to cats or the cat family.

purr

The low, continuous, vibrating sound made by a cat.

A financial pool among friends for expenses.

We all chipped in $20 for the pizza; that goes in the kitty.

A term for a beautiful woman, sometimes used flirtatiously.

Look at that kitty over there; she’s stunning!