Pronunciation

/pɔː/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The foot of a mammal, typically with claws. 2. A hand-like projection on a robot or other device, used for manipulation. 3. A gesture or movement made with the hand, especially to request attention or petting. 4. (informal) A slap or hit.
• Verb: 1. To touch or grasp with a paw, especially affectionately. 2. To use a paw in a task or action. 3. (colloquial) To strike or push with the hand, especially playfully.

Phrases

• “Give the cat a gentle paw” means to stroke or pat a cat gently.
• “Paw through something” refers to the act of searching through items casually.
• “A dog’s paw prints” are distinctive marks left behind by a dog’s paw.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The puppy was wagging its tail and extending its paw to be petted.”
• Verb: “The mechanic used a wrench to unscrew the bolt, using a specialized paw attachment.”
• Colloquial: “He accidentally patted her on the head with his paw during the playful argument.”

Synonyms

• Claw
• Pawprint
• Clasp (informal)
• Scratch (informal)
• Touch (informal, when gesturing)

Antonyms

• Claw (opposite meaning, as in a sharp-edged tool)
• Withdraw (action of retracting a paw)