You might see a few cats lounging together and wonder, what is a group of cats called ? While we often think of cats as solitary, they do sometimes form social groups. And yes, there’s a specific word for that.

The most common term is a clowder. When three or more cats form a group, they can be called a clowder of cats.

It sounds a bit unusual, but it’s a real word listed in English dictionaries. The word "clowder" likely originated from "clutter," which makes a certain kind of sense when you think about how cats pile up on couches or in sunbeams.

4 Other Terms for a Group of Cats

Clutter : Also used to describe a group of cats, this is especially applicable when they seem like a chaotic bundle

Glaring : This is typically used when the cats are unfamiliar or wary of each other.

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