(kit′ē) noun plural ·ties
1. In certain card games, the pool to which each player contributes a percentage of his winnings, used to cover expenses, the cost of refreshments, etc.: also called widow.
2. Hence, money pooled for any specific purpose.
3. In certain card games, a hand or part of a hand left over after a deal, which may be used by the highest bidder. [Cf. obs. kidcote a prison]

(kit′ē) noun plural ·ties
1. A kitten.
2. A pet name for a cat.

(kit′ē)
Diminutive of CATHERINE.