any domesticated or tamed animal that is kept as a companion and cared for affectionately.

a person especially cherished or indulged; favorite

He was the teacher's pet.

a thing particularly cherished.

kept or treated as a pet

a pet lamb.

especially cherished or indulged, as a child or other person.

favorite; most preferred

a pet theory.

showing fondness or affection

to address someone with pet words.

to fondle or caress

to pet a dog.

to treat as a pet; indulge.

Informal . to engage in amorous fondling and caressing.

adjective

disfavored , hated

adjective

affectionate , cherished , darling , dear , dearest , endearing , favored , loved , precious , preferred , special , fair-haired

noun

apple of eye , beloved , cat , darling , dear , dog , evergreen * , idol , jewel * , love , lover , persona grata * , treasure *

verb

baby , caress , coddle , cosset , cuddle , dandle , embrace , fondle , grab , hug , love , make love , neck * , pamper , pat , smooch * , spoil , spoon , touch , fool around* , spoon* , mope , pout , cherish , cherished , coax , humor , indulge , kiss , neck , stroke