Kittening: meaning, definitions and examples
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kittening
[ ˈkɪtənɪŋ ]
young cat
Kittening refers to the process or act of giving birth to kittens. It involves the stages of gestation and delivery, typically associated with domestic cats. The term is often used in veterinary contexts or among breeders.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The kittening process usually takes a few hours.
- She experienced difficulties during the kittening of her cat.
- Understanding the signs of kittening can help ensure a safe delivery.
Translations
Translations of the word "kittening" in other languages:
🇵🇹 gatinhos
🇮🇳 बिल्ली का बच्चा
🇩🇪 Kätzchen
🇮🇩 anak kucing
🇺🇦 кошеня
🇵🇱 kocięta
🇯🇵 子猫
🇫🇷 chaton
🇪🇸 gatito
🇹🇷 yavru kedi
🇰🇷 새끼 고양이
🇸🇦 هريرة
🇨🇿 koťata
🇸🇰 mačiatka
🇨🇳 小猫
🇸🇮 mačji mladiči
🇮🇸 kattungar
🇰🇿 мысықтың төлі
🇬🇪 kitten
🇦🇿 pişik balası
🇲🇽 gatito
Etymology
The word 'kittening' derives from the noun 'kitten,' which originates from the Middle English word 'kitten,' meaning 'young cat' or 'small cat.' The term has its roots in Old French 'kitten,' a diminutive of 'kitte,' which also means 'kitten' or 'young cat.' The suffix '-ing' indicates a process or action, transforming the word into a gerund form. As the domestic cat became popular across Europe, the terminology evolved, with the practice of breeding cats leading to the more specific use of 'kittening.' The term encapsulates not only the act of giving birth but also the nurturing phases that follow. Over time, 'kittening' has become more commonly understood, especially in veterinary circles, reflecting a growing interest in feline care and breeding.