'pat' in a sentence
Learn how to use 'pat' with 4 example sentences.
- pat adjective
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: having only superficial plausibility
: exactly suited to the occasion
- pat noun
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: the sound made by a gentle blow
: a light touch or stroke
- pat verb
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: pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin
: hit lightly
- pat adverb
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: completely or perfectly
The officer conducted a pat down search.
She pat her dog on the head.
Give yourself a pat on the back.
This is the first time I've ever patted a lion.