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petted

/ˈpetɪd/

/ˈpɛtɪd/

pettedpast participle

/ˈpɛtɪd/

Functions as an adjective derived from the past participle of the verb "pet".

Translations

избалованный

The petted child always got what he wanted.

Избалованный ребенок всегда получал то, что хотел.

Definitions

Treated with affection or indulgence; pampered.

The petted child was used to getting everything she wanted.

Having been stroked or caressed.

The cat lay on the sofa, happily petted by its owner.

petnoun

Definitions

A domesticated animal kept for companionship or pleasure.

She has a pet dog that she takes for walks every morning.

A person who is treated with special favor or affection.

He was the teacher's pet and often got extra help with his assignments.

(chiefly Northern British, informal) A term of endearment used when addressing someone affectionately.

Are you all right, pet?

A fit of sulkiness or ill humor; a peevish mood (dated).

She left the meeting in a pet after her suggestion was dismissed.

petverb

petted

Past Simple

petted

Past Simple

petted

Past Participle

petting

Gerund

/pet/

/pɛt/

Translations

гладить

She likes to pet her cat every morning.

Она любит гладить свою кошку каждое утро.

Additional translations

ласкать

Definitions

To stroke or caress an animal affectionately.

She loves to pet her cat while watching TV.

To treat someone with excessive indulgence or care.

He tends to pet his younger brother, giving him everything he wants.

(of people) To fondle or caress another person in a sexual or amorous way.

The teenage couple were caught petting at the back of the cinema.

Synonyms

petadjective

Definitions

Kept or treated as a favorite or cherished.

She had a pet project that she worked on during her free time.

Domesticated and kept as a companion.

The pet cat lounged lazily on the windowsill.