petting zoo

noun

1. a zoo, or a special part of a larger zoo, where children may hold and stroke and sometimes feed small or young animals.

Example Sentences

Kids and selfie seekers will enjoy the Pioneertown Petting Zoo where $10 will buy you 20 minutes with chickens, turkeys and a small horse.

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The opening of Galaxy’s Edge was monumental — not just replacing a petting zoo and barbecue restaurant, but reshaping Disneyland’s Rivers of America and taking over a whopping 14 acres.

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They could also get free haircuts, facials, experience a petting zoo and shop the free donation center filled with toys, books, clothing and snacks.

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The play park and petting zoo are empty.

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You mean to tell me I was stuck feeding baby goats at the petting zoo when I could’ve been riding dragons?

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