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How to pronounce pet
Say it like this: /ˈpɛt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does pet mean?
nounAn animal kept as a companion or otherwise for pleasure, rather than for some practical benefit or use.
“family pet, pet cat, pet dog, pet store”
Something kept as a companion, including inanimate objects.
“pet plant, pet rock”
One who is excessively loyal to a superior and receives preferential treatment.
verbTo stroke or fondle (an animal).
“I really love to pet cute puppies.”
To stroke or fondle (another person) amorously.
“We started petting each other the moment we were alone.”
To keep or treat (an animal) as a pet.
adjFavourite; cherished; the focus of one's (usually positive) attention.
“The professor seemed offended by the criticism of her pet theory.”
Kept or treated as a pet.
Good; ideal.
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