petPET, n. [This word may be contracted from petulant, or belong to the root of that word. Peevish, which is evidently a contracted word, may be from the same root.] A slight fit of peevishness or fretful discontent. PET, n. [formerly peat. L. peto.] PET, v.t. To treat as a pet; to fondle; to indulge. |