kitty cats

Purring pet felines

Kitty cats is an affectionate, playful term for cats, especially used when speaking to or around children.

The redundancy—kitty already means cat—adds warmth and whimsy: Look at the kitty cats!

Adults may use it ironically or endearingly when talking about their pets.

Related

fur · snuggle · belly rubs · feline · purring · slow blink · tail · nose · litterbox · kneading · toe beans · paws · murder mittens · ear · tabby · mouser · zoomies · scratching post

Opposites
domestic pet type

kitty catsdogs

Domesticated barking mammals

puppies · doggies · pooches · canines · hounds

predator-prey relationship

kitty catsmice

Small gnawing mammals

birds · rodents · songbirds · sparrows · field mice

temperament/demeanor

kitty catsloyal dogs

Devoted canine companions

pack animals · attention-seekers

Family

kitty, cats, cat, kit, kitten, kittens, kitties, catlike, catty

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G