petting

Noun

The act of caressing or stroking an animal or person affectionately.

ریشه

From the verb 'pet' (meaning to stroke or caress) and the noun-forming suffix '-ing'.

مثال

• She enjoyed the gentle petting of her cat.
• The couple engaged in some playful petting on the park bench.
• The therapy dog provided comfort through petting.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Engage in petting Enjoy petting Provide comfort through petting