pet
noun
any domesticated or tamed animal that is kept as a companion and cared for affectionately.
pettable
-
a word derived from
pet.
Example Sentences
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As he told the New York Times in 1998, he was inspired after seeing a Tamagotchi at the 1997 Toy Fair, and set out to make an interactive toy that was also pettable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2023
With dazzling imagination and sublime control, the show’s cast and crew conjure a delirious, dynamic, highly pettable world.
From New York Times ● Mar. 30, 2023
They all look realistic and pettable until the uncanny valley occasionally catches them in its maw and you are reminded that those are some very fake dogs.
From The Verge ● May 26, 2021
The cat ball is a perfect pet: A fluffy ball of love made from irresistibly soft, pettable faux fur in colors from realistic to outrageous.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 19, 2020
Ultimately: “Every single pettable video game dog is equally worthy,” said Cooper.
From Washington Post
