Answer: grimalkins

AnswerCrossword Clue
GRIMALKINSCats, in witchcraft.
GRIMALKINSCats
grimalkinsA spiteful old woman
grimalkinsA cat (used esp. in reference to its characteristically feline qualities)
grimalkinsGRIMALKIN, a cat; esp an old female cat also MALKIN, MAWKIN