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Kitten
Age Specific![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Use 'kitten' for cats under one year old; older cats are 'cats', not 'kittens'. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/ufZ4nG7frcMvE21Gvvp76I8bco.webp)
Endearing Term![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Kitten' often conveys cuteness and innocence and can reflect someone's affection for a cat. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/h9nTU7EE1G5kXZdkYnJqdKQNOLA.webp)
Nonliteral Use![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Sometimes 'kitten' is used figuratively to describe anything small or baby-like. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/qrNJYk0PrcvCV6tdC0s2S5YwWSo.webp)