Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
patting
verb
/ˈpæ.tɪŋ/
Definition
The action of lightly touching someone or something with an open hand.
Examples
- She was patting the dog gently to calm it down.
- He gave his friend a pat on the back after the successful presentation.
- The teacher was patting the student on the head for doing a great job.
Meaning
Patting is often done to show affection, encouragement, or to comfort someone.
Synonyms
- stroking
- tapping
- smacking
