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Definition of pet
(Entry 1 of 8)
pet
adjectiveDefinition of pet (Entry 2 of 8)
pet
verb (1)Definition of pet (Entry 3 of 8)
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noun (2)Definition of pet (Entry 4 of 8)
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verb (2)Definition of pet (Entry 5 of 8)
pet
abbreviation (1)Definition of pet (Entry 6 of 8)
Pet
abbreviation (2)Definition of Pet (Entry 7 of 8)
PET
abbreviation (3)Definition of PET (Entry 8 of 8)
Synonyms & Antonyms for pet
Synonyms: Adjective
- beloved,
- cherished,
- darling,
- dear,
- fair-haired,
- favored,
- favorite,
- fond,
- loved,
- precious,
- special,
- sweet,
- white-headed
Antonyms: Adjective
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“Pet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pet. Accessed 23 May. 2022.
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The first known use of pet was in 1508
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