hair of the cat

drinking non-alcoholic beverages to relieve a hangover, especially when others in the area are engaged in consuming alcohol to feel better. An antonym for "hair of the dog" and alluding to one drinking like a pussy.

Person One: "Bartender, I'll have a Diet Coke."

Person Two: "Why aren't you having a beer, you puss?"

Person One: "Bad hangover. Hair of the cat."

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