Meaning & Definition of word "Petter"
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Petter
/ˈpɛtər/
noun:
- 1. A person who pets or strokes an animal affectionately.
- Example: The petter spent the afternoon cuddling the kittens in the shelter.
- 2. Someone who indulges in pets or treats for animals.
- Example: As a devoted petter, she always brought special treats for her dog.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'pet', which means to stroke or caress.
Common Phrases and Expressions
petter of animals:
Someone who enjoys interacting affectionately with animals.
to pet:
To stroke or touch gently, especially an animal.
Related Words
pet:
An animal kept for companionship or pleasure.
patter:
The sound of light, quick steps or taps, an unrelated but phonetically similar term.
Slang Meanings of petter
Meaning: A person who excessively pets or coddles animals.
Example Sentence: She's such a petter, she can't pass a dog without giving it a scratch behind the ears.