patting
Pronunciation:
[ˈpʰæɾɪŋ]verb
Definitions
To (gently) tap the flat of one's hand on a person or thing.
Example: To show affection, he decided he would pat the boy on the head.
To hit lightly and repeatedly with the flat of the hand to make smooth or flat
Example: I patted the cookie dough into shape.
To stroke or fondle (an animal).
Example: Do you want to pat the cat?
To gently rain.
noun
Definitions
The act by which something is patted.