Meaning of 'pet'

Find the meaning of the word ‘pet’

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Meaning of ‘pet’

6 definitions found.

pet

adjective

preferred above all others and treated with partiality

Synonyms: preferred

noun

a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement

noun

a fit of petulance or sulkiness (especially at what is felt to be a slight)

noun

a special loved one

Synonyms: darling

verb

stroke or caress in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking

verb

stroke or caress gently

Example: "pet the lamb"

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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