Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
patd
Verb
/pætɪd/
Definition
A past tense and past participle form of the verb ‘pat’, which means to touch or stroke someone or something gently with the palm of the hand.
Examples
- She patd the dog softly to reassure it.
- After the performance, the teacher patd the student’s back in praise.
- He patd the soil down around the new planting to ensure it was secure.
Meaning
In the context of informal usage, ‘patd’ refers to the action of having given a gentle touch, usually as a sign of affection, comfort, or approval.
Synonyms
- touched
- stroking
- patted
