pussums

English

Etymology

From puss.

Noun

pussums (plural pussums)

  1. (informal) A term of endearment for a cat.
    • 1950, C. S. Lewis, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe:
      And they surged round Aslan jeering at him, saying things like "Puss, Puss! Poor Pussy," and "How many mice have you caught to-day, Cat?" and "Would you like a saucer of milk, Pussums?"

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