pat
Noun
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The sound made by a gentle blow (synset 107403587)
hypernym: sound - the sudden occurrence of an audible eventhyponym: pitter-patter - a series of rapid tapping sounds
- A light touch or stroke (synset 100126256)
Adverb
Adjective
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Having only superficial plausibility (synset 301804305)
"glib promises"; "a slick commercial"similar: plausible - apparently reasonable and credible, and therefore convincing
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Exactly suited to the occasion (synset 300136413)
"a pat reply"similar: appropriate - suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc
Verb
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Pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin (synset 201246225)
synonym: chuck
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Hit lightly (synset 201235591)
"pat him on the shoulder"hypernym: strike - deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weaponsynonym: dab
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