pet
noun (1)
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Definition of pet
(Entry 1 of 8)
1a : a pampered and usually spoiled child
b : a person who is treated with unusual kindness or consideration : darling
2 : a domesticated animal kept for pleasure rather than utility
pet
adjectiveDefinition of pet (Entry 2 of 8)
1 : kept or treated as a pet
2 : expressing fondness or endearment a pet name
3 : favorite a pet project
pet
verb (1)Definition of pet (Entry 3 of 8)
1a : to treat as a pet
b : to stroke in a gentle or loving manner
2 : to treat with unusual kindness and consideration : pamper
: to engage in amorous embracing, caressing, and kissing : neck
pet
noun (2)Definition of pet (Entry 4 of 8)
: a fit of peevishness, sulkiness, or anger resigned in a pet
pet
verb (2)Definition of pet (Entry 5 of 8)
: to take offense : sulk
pet
abbreviation (1)Definition of pet (Entry 6 of 8)
petroleum
Pet
abbreviation (2)Definition of Pet (Entry 7 of 8)
Peter
PET
abbreviation (3)Definition of PET (Entry 8 of 8)
positron-emission tomography
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Synonyms & Antonyms for pet
Synonyms: Adjective
beloved, cherished, darling, dear, fair-haired, favored, favorite, fond, loved, precious, special, sweet, white-haired
Antonyms: Adjective
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pet
adjectiveEnglish Language Learners Definition of pet
: very interesting or important to a particular person
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pet
noun
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Kids Definition of pet
(Entry 1 of 3)
1 : a tame animal kept as a companion rather than for work
2 : a person who is treated with special kindness or consideration teacher's pet
pet
adjectiveKids Definition of pet (Entry 2 of 3)
1 : kept or treated as a pet a pet rabbit
2 : showing fondness a pet name
3 : favorite entry 2 Restoring the old car is my pet project.
pet
verbKids Definition of pet (Entry 3 of 3)
: to stroke or pat gently or lovingly
PET
abbreviationMedical Definition of PET
positron-emission tomography
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