Puss

/pʊs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Used informally to describe a person's face or expression.

He had a sad puss after hearing the bad news.

An affectionate term for a child or young person.

Come here, my little puss, and give me a hug.

A colloquial term for a cat.

The little puss curled up on the windowsill and fell asleep.

verb

To make a face or expression of displeasure.

She started to puss her lips when she didn't get the toy she wanted.

Derived from late Middle English, of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Old French 'pussin'.

puss in boots

A character from a fairy tale known for its cleverness and charm.

puss up

To make a pout or sulky face.

pussyfoot around

To avoid direct action or confrontation.

feline

Relating to cats or other members of the cat family.

cat

A domesticated animal belonging to the family Felidae.

kitten

A young domestic cat.

Referring to the female genitalia.

He used that term as a crude reference in his joke.

A term for someone who is cowardly or timid.

Don't be such a puss; speak up!