The term CRY KITTY can be broken down into four words: MEW (3 letters), ANTE (4 letters), ANTES (5 letters), and MEOW (4 letters). MEW is a sound made by cats, usually to express pleasure or affection. ANTE is a noun meaning a stake put up in poker before the deal. ANTES is the plural form of ante. MEOW is another sound made by cats, usually to express hunger or displeasure. Together, these words form the phrase 'cry kitty, ' which is an expression used to describe someone who complains or whines too much.