pets Meaning & Definition
/pɛts/
What Does Pets Mean?
As a noun, pets means plural of pet. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of pet. As a verb, it means To stroke or fondle (an animal).
Quick Facts About Pets
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /pɛts/ |
| Synonyms | companion animal, mope and pout |
Pets Definition (Noun)
- plural of pet
Pets as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of pet
Noun
- An animal kept as a companion.
- (by extension) Something kept as a companion, including inanimate objects. (pet rock, pet plant, etc.)
- One who is excessively loyal to a superior.
- Any person or animal especially cherished and indulged; a darling.
Verb
- To stroke or fondle (an animal).
- To stroke or fondle (another person) amorously.
- Of two or more people, to stroke and fondle one another amorously.
- To treat as a pet; to fondle; to indulge.
His daughter was petted and spoiled.
- To be a pet.
- To be peevish; to sulk.
Noun
- A fit of petulance, a sulk, arising from the impression that one has been offended or slighted.
Noun
- A term of endearment usually applied to women and children.
Noun
- A formal, written request made to an official person or organized body, often containing many signatures.
- A compilation of signatures built in order to exert moral authority in support of a specific cause.
- A formal written request for judicial action.
- A prayer; a supplication; an entreaty.
Synonyms of Pets
Pets synonyms and antonyms →Pets in a Sentence
His daughter was petted and spoiled.
Word Forms & Grammar
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