Puss — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈpu̇s/

Meaning & Definition of Puss

Puss (noun)

  1. cat
  2. girl
  3. face

Puss (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the front part of the head

    "the snowball smacked him right in the puss"

    similar: countenance, face, kisser (slang), mug, pan (slang), visage
    related: appearance, aspect, features, lineaments, looks, mien, presence, expression, physiognomy

  2. a small domestic animal known for catching mice

    "I don't want a purebred cat, just some playful puss in need of a good home"

    similar: cat, feline, house cat, kitty, moggy (British), pussy, pussycat
    related: mouser, kit, kitten, alley cat, tabby, gib, tomcat

Related Entry: Glamour-puss (noun)

Glamour-puss is a different word from Puss. The synonyms below are for glamour-puss, not for puss.

  1. a physically attractive person

    "not necessarily looking for someone who's a glamour-puss—just nice and wholesome"

    similar: babe (slang), cutie, dish, doll, dreamboat (slang), fox, hottie, knockout, looker, showstopper, ten
    related: beauty, eyeful, goddess, lovely, stunner, beefcake, hunk, stud, superstud
    opposite: dog

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Puss

The most common words with a similar meaning to Puss:

Slang: kisser, pan
British: moggy
countenance, face, mug, visage, cat, feline, house cat, kitty, pussy, pussycat

Related Words for Puss

appearance, aspect, features, lineaments, looks, mien, presence, expression, physiognomy, mouser, kit, kitten, alley cat, tabby, gib, tomcat

Origin & Etymology of Puss

origin unknown

First known use: 1598

Words & Phrases Containing Puss

glamour-puss, sea puss

Frequently Asked Questions about Puss

What does "Puss" mean?

"Puss" means cat. As a noun, it is defined as: cat. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Puss"?

Other words for "Puss" include countenance, face, kisser, mug, pan, visage, cat and feline. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Puss" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Puss"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Puss". Common alternatives include countenance, face, kisser, mug, pan, visage, cat, feline, house cat and kitty.

How do you use "Puss" in a sentence?

Examples of "Puss" in a sentence: "the snowball smacked him right in the puss"; "I don't want a purebred cat, just some playful puss in need of a good home".

Is "Puss" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Puss" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Puss"?

"Puss" is pronounced /ˈpu̇s/.

What is the origin of the word "Puss"?

"Puss" comes from origin unknown. First known use: 1598.

What is another word for "Puss" meaning "the front part of the head"?

When "Puss" (noun) means the front part of the head, synonyms include countenance, face, kisser, mug, pan and visage.