Petable

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛtəbəl/

Definitions of petable

adjective describing something that is able to be petted or touched in a gentle and affectionate way

Example Sentences

A1 The puppy was so petable, everyone wanted to cuddle it.

A2 She had a petable cat that loved to be stroked and played with.

B1 The soft fur of the rabbit made it very petable and enjoyable to touch.

B2 The friendly demeanor of the dog made it highly petable and approachable to strangers.

C1 The luxurious coat of the Persian cat was incredibly petable and velvety to the touch.

C2 The therapy animals at the hospital were specially trained to be calm and petable for the patients.

Examples of petable in a Sentence

formal The fabric of the new sofa is so soft and petable.

informal My cat's fur is so petable, I can't stop cuddling him.

slang That puppy is so cute and petable, I just want to squeeze him!

figurative The idea of a stress-free vacation is so petable, I can't wait to relax on the beach.

Grammatical Forms of petable

• past tense: petted
• plural: petables
• comparative: more petable
• superlative: most petable
• present tense: pet
• future tense: will pet
• perfect tense: have petted
• continuous tense: is petting
• singular: petable
• positive degree: petable
• infinitive: to pet
• gerund: petting
• participle: petting

Origin and Evolution of petable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'petable' is believed to have originated from the combination of the word 'pet' meaning to stroke or caress affectionately, and the suffix '-able' indicating capability or possibility.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that is capable of being petted or touched in a loving manner, the word 'petable' has evolved to also refer to things or qualities that evoke a desire to be petted or admired, such as a cute animal or a charming personality.