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Pat (Verb)

Pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin.

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

She patted her daughter fondly under the chin before sending her off to school.
The old man gave his cat a gentle pat under the chin, causing the animal to start purring.
The grandmother couldn't resist giving her restless grandchild a reassuring pat under the chin.
After handing the baby a pacifier, she patted him gently under the chin until he fell asleep.
Her little niece giggled uncontrollably as she received a playful pat under the chin from her aunt.

Hit lightly; "pat him on the shoulder".

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

She gently patted the kitten on its soft head.
The nurse patted her hand reassuringly as she explained the treatment options.
He patted his dog on the back after a long walk together.
Her mother patted her on the cheek, a sign of affection.
The coach patted his player on the back, congratulating him on the game-winning goal.