kjæle — meaning in English

English meaning

• pet noun An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.

Senses

kjæle is used for these senses in English:

• pet (transitive) To stroke or fondle (an animal).
• pet (transitive, intransitive, informal) To stroke or fondle (another person) amorously.

pet — full definition

1. noun An animal kept at home for companionship rather than work or food.
2. adjective Favorite or especially cherished, often used for a personal cause or gripe.
3. verb To stroke or gently touch an animal affectionately.

Related Norwegian words