Meaning of the word patting in English
What does patting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
patting
US /ˈpætɪŋ/
UK /ˈpætɪŋ/
Noun
the action of lightly touching someone or something with a flat hand
Example:
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He gave the dog a gentle patting on the head.
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The rhythmic patting of the rain on the window was soothing.
Verb
lightly touching someone or something with a flat hand (present participle of 'pat')
Example:
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She was patting her pockets, looking for her keys.
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The child was happily patting the cat.