Kitten
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɪt.n̩/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kitten is a noun meaning A young cat, especially before sexual maturity (reached at about seven months).
Meaning
A young cat, especially before sexual maturity (reached at about seven months).
More Meanings
- A young rabbit, rat, hedgehog, squirrel, fox, beaver, badger, etc.
- A moth of the genus Furcula.
- (colloquial) A term of endearment, especially for a woman.
- (transitive, intransitive) To give birth to kittens.
Example Sentences
Speak only when spoken to, kitten.
A cat about to kitten, must not be spoken of by its name, but called a witch. (Madagascar.)
'Princess the Lady Regina of Alphington is about to kitten. I must be there to support her.'
Jailing her on Wednesday, magistrate Liz Clyne told Robins: "You have shown little remorse either for the death of the kitten or the trauma to your former friend Sarah Knutton." She was also banned from keeping animals for 10 years.
Word Forms
- kittens
- kittening
- kittened
Synonyms for kitten
Depending on context, synonyms include catling, kit, kitling, kitty, kitty cat.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kitty, pussy, puss, pussycat, cat, poodle.
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