What does CATTY mean?

Definition of Catty

Parts of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Definitions:

• Adjective: having or showing a spiteful or critical nature; relating to or resembling a cat
• Noun: a unit of weight used in Asia, equal to about 1.33 pounds or 604 grams

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈkæti/
• UK: /ˈkæti/

Origin and Usage:

The adjective "catty" originated in the late 19th century from the word "cat" and was first used to describe someone who was sly or malicious, like a cat. The noun "catty" originated in Southeast Asia and was used to describe a unit of weight. Today, the word "catty" is commonly used to describe someone who is petty or gossipy.

Synonyms:

• Adjective: spiteful, malicious, bitchy, snarky, snide
• Noun: jin, kin, jinrikisha, ricksha, rickshaw

Related Words:

• catch
• chatty
• party
• tatty
• vatty

Example Sentences:

• Adjective: "She made a catty remark about her co-workers outfit."
• Noun: "The fish weighed about two catties."