Pussycat/ˈpʊsikæt/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Affectionate Connotation Used for pet cats that are particularly gentle or loving. My grandmother's pussycat always purrs loudly when I pet her. Pro Tip 2/3Child-Friendly Pussycat is often used when talking to or about cats with children. Did you see the new pussycat at Auntie's house? It's so soft! Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Any Cat Implies a special bond, not used for stray or unfamiliar cats. She's been feeding a stray, but it's not her pussycat yet.