Puss-foot

[puss-fut]

Definition

Quietly, stealthily, or moving softly like a cat.

Example Sentences

Patois:
Him walk puss-foot inna di house so him don't wake di baby.
English:
He walked stealthily in the house so he wouldn't wake the baby.

Patois:
Stop creep round puss-foot behind mi!
English:
Stop creeping around stealthily behind me!

Usage Tip

Metaphorical adverb describing quiet, sneaky, or soft movement mimicking a cat.

Patois Synonym: quietly
English Synonym: stealthily; softly; quietly

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