Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Community

Clowder

A community or grouping of Kittens, sometimes with their Owners, gathered for shared life or events.

Definition

A Clowder is a Kitten Play grouping — the feline counterpart to a Pack — in which Kittens share community, ritual and often gatherings. Some Clowders are close-knit families with named structure; others are informal groups of friends who share aesthetics and events.

Historical background

The Clowder term grew as Kitten Play communities sought their own vocabulary distinct from the Puppy Play Pack.

Discussion

As with Packs, Clowder structures vary. The word is used freely by some communities and rarely by others.

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