Animal Care Terms

verb to cause to be loved or regarded with affection

• Her kind words never failed to endear her to those around her.
• His goofy sense of humor really endears him to everyone at the office.
• That puppy dog face really endears him to me, I can't resist it.
• The old bookstore's charm never fails to endear itself to visitors.

noun the act of cleaning and maintaining one's appearance, especially hair and skin

• Proper grooming is essential for maintaining a professional appearance in the workplace.
• I always feel more confident after grooming myself properly.
• Some people think grooming is just for show, but it's actually important for hygiene.
• Grooming a garden involves careful attention to detail, just like grooming oneself.

noun a domestic or tamed animal kept for companionship or pleasure

verb to stroke or pat gently

adjective denoting a thing that one devotes special attention to or feels particularly strongly about

• She considers her pet to be a cherished member of the family.
• I love spending time with my pet; he always makes me smile.
• My pet is my ride or die; we do everything together.
• The project is like a pet to him, he nurtures it with care and attention.

verb to take care of or look out for someone or something

preposition used to indicate that someone is looking after or taking care of someone or something

• I will see after the paperwork is completed.
• I'll see after grabbing some lunch.
• I'll see after I finish binge-watching my favorite show.
• She promised to see after her friend's well-being during her absence.