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petting

[ pet-ing ]

noun

  1. the act of fondling or caressing:

    Petting or massage may help calm a stressed or hyperactive dog.

  2. Informal. kissing, caressing, and other sexual activity between partners that does not involve sexual intercourse. Compare heavy petting.
  3. the present participle of pet 1.


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of petting1

First recorded in 1870–75; pet 1 + -ing 1
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They could also get free haircuts, facials, experience a petting zoo and shop the free donation center filled with toys, books, clothing and snacks.

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The play park and petting zoo are empty.

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And of the 30% who disapproved of resuming pony rides, nearly two-thirds supported less involved animal experiences — like animal petting or simply viewing opportunities — in the space.

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Every chance she got, she took her son to petting zoos, to pop-up museums and on planned trips, like one to a Florida beach.

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One time he took Scout to a dog park, where he was videotaped petting another dog.

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