1. deliberately mean or spiteful in speech or behavior
Usage: informal

1. a unit of weight used in East Asia, typically equal to about 1.3 pounds
Usage: regional

Examples

• Her catty remarks about the new student were uncalled for.
• The gossip columnist was known for her catty comments about celebrities.
• I don’t appreciate catty behavior in the workplace.
• She made a catty observation about her friend’s outfit.
• The rice was sold by the catty at the local market.
• One catty equals approximately 600 grams.