Cat's fur for kitten's britches.

My Grandmother used this phrase whenever she didn't want us to know what something was.

Example: What am I getting for Christmas? Her answer was "Cat's fur for kitten's britches." meaning none of your business. Grandmom was born in 1905 so it goes back at least that far.

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Cat's Fur To Make Kitten's Britches

1. A U.S. Southern pun which means "Don't question me. Do what I say and use proper English."

Papa: Eat your food.

Eric: What fer?

Papa: Cat's fur to make kitten's britches. That's what fer!

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Cat's Fur To Make Kitten's Britches

1. Whatever you want it to mean
2. Pointlessness.

Papa: Eat your food.
Eric: Why?
Papa: Cat's fur to make Kitten's britches, that's why!

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