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Meaning of the word pussycat in English

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pussycat

US /ˈpʊs.i.kæt/
UK /ˈpʊs.i.kæt/
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Noun

1.

a cat, especially a kitten or a pet cat (often used as a term of endearment)

Example:
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Our little pussycat loves to play with string.
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Come here, my sweet pussycat.
Synonym:
kittykittencat
2.

a timid or weak person, especially a man who is easily dominated

Example:
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He's such a pussycat, always doing whatever his wife tells him.
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Despite his tough exterior, he's a real pussycat inside.
Synonym:
wimpcowardsoftiedoormatpushover
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