noun
- plural of pet; domesticated animals kept for companionship
verb
- third person singular present of pet; strokes or touches gently with affection
Examples
- Many families have pets like dogs and cats.
- The apartment building allows small pets only.
- She pets her cat every morning before work.
- He always pets the neighbor’s dog when he walks by.
- Taking care of pets requires daily attention.
- The veterinarian treats all kinds of pets.
- She gently pets the rabbit at the petting zoo.