Pronunciation

/pɛt/

Definitions

Noun

• Pet: A domesticated animal kept for companionship, often a dog, cat, bird, or fish. For example: “The family has a pet dog named Max.”
• Term of endearment: A person’s affectionate name or nickname. For example: “Her pet name was ‘Sugary’ because she had a sweet personality.”

Verb

• To pet: To stroke or caress (an animal) affectionately. For example: “The child pets the cat gently.”
• To treat as a pet: To care for and show affection towards someone like a pet. For example: “She pets her friend’s hair while they talk.”

Adjective

• Adorable pet: A very cute or lovable animal. For example: “Their new puppy was an adorable pet.”
• Furry pet: A pet with fur, such as a cat or dog. For example: “She loved playing with her furry pet rabbit.”

Phrases

• “Take good care of your pet” means to ensure proper care and attention for an animal.
• “A house pet” refers to an animal that lives in a home with its owner.
• “A wild pet” or “a stray pet” is an animal that has been taken in as a pet without being originally owned.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children love playing with their family’s two pets, a cat and a hamster.”
• Verb: “After a long day, she likes to come home and pet her cat on the head.”
• Adjective: “The little girl’s furry pet bunny was a source of constant joy.”

Synonyms

• Companion animal
• Fido (for dogs)
• Fluffy (for soft-haired pets)
• Buddy
• Mutt (informal term for a dog)
• Kitten (for kittens)
• Pussycat (for cats)
• Birdie (for birds)
• Fishy (for fish)