Synonyms of puss

puss 1 of 2

noun (1)

slang

as in face

the front part of the head

the snowball smacked him right in the puss

Synonyms & Similar Words

• face
• countenance
• pan
• visage
• kisser
• mug
• looks
• presence
• appearance
• expression
• features
• mien
• aspect
• lineaments
• physiognomy

puss

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noun (2)

ˈpu̇s 

as in cat

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cat
• pussy
• kitten
• kitty
• pussycat
• feline
• moggie
• house cat
• moggy
• kit
• tabby
• mouser
• tomcat
• alley cat
• gib

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of puss

Noun

But another presidential puss drawn into the frame — and the one most deserving of that shame at the moment — is Mexico’s Andrés Manuel López Obrador. —Tim Padgett, Sun Sentinel, 18 Aug. 2024

There were many times the dressing would unravel or not be strong enough and puss would come through. —Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2024

Suggestions for marking the day include: Sharing photos of your cats on social media Pampering your puss with a favorite treat or toy. —Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 7 Aug. 2024

Given the profusion of little pusses, why was the North African wildcat the one to give rise to our household companions? —Jonathan Losos, Discover Magazine, 10 Aug. 2023

After all, short of a serious sour puss, who doesn't like to laugh? —Jill Gleeson, Country Living, 20 June 2023

That person on your list who’s all about their precious puss? —Christina Vercelletto, CNN Underscored, 20 Nov. 2020