pet in Irish
pet in Irish is peata, déan peataireacht, muirnigh — pet means an animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.
pet in Irish
peata
An animal kept as a companion or otherwise for pleasure, rather than for some practical benefit or use.
déan peataireacht
(transitive) To stroke or fondle (an animal).
muirnigh
(transitive) To stroke or fondle (an animal).
What does "pet" mean?
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noun An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.
"They adopted a rescue dog as a family pet."
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adjective Favorite or especially cherished, often used for a personal cause or gripe.
"Punctuality is one of her pet issues at work."
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verb To stroke or gently touch an animal affectionately.
"The child petted the cat until it fell asleep."
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pet in a sentence
- They adopted a rescue dog as a family pet.
- Goldfish are often a child's first pet.
- Punctuality is one of her pet issues at work.
- The child petted the cat until it fell asleep.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "pet" in Irish?
"pet" in Irish is peata, déan peataireacht, muirnigh. pet means: An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.
How do you use "pet" in a sentence?
Example: "They adopted a rescue dog as a family pet." In Irish, "pet" is peata, déan peataireacht, muirnigh.
Are there other ways to say "pet" in Irish?
Yes — Irish has 3 translations listed for "pet": peata, déan peataireacht, muirnigh.
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