an animal, bird, etc kept for companionship, amusement, etc rather than work or food

somebody who is treated with unusual kindness or consideration; a favourite

chiefly Brit used chiefly as an affectionate form of address: darling

expressing fondness or endearment

a pet name

He always refers to his wife by some silly pet name

favourite

Art was my pet subject at school

strongest; particular

My pet hate is washing up

to stroke (an animal, etc) in a gentle or loving manner

to treat (somebody) with unusual or excessive kindness and consideration

to engage in amorous embracing, caressing, etc