Main Entry: pam·per

Pronunciation: \ˈpam-pər\

Function: transitive verb

Inflected Form(s): pam·pered; pam·per·ing \-p(ə-)riŋ\

Etymology: Middle English, probably of Dutch origin; akin to Dutch dial. pamperen to pamper

Date: 14th century

1 archaic : to cram with rich food : glut
2 a : to treat with extreme or excessive care and attention <pampered their guests> b : gratify, humor <enabled him to pamper his wanderlust — New Yorker>

synonyms see indulge

— pam·per·er \-pər-ər\ noun