petting zoo

noun

: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed

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Expect 150 vendors selling homemade goods — from crafts and jewelry to candles and seasonal food such as gingerbread — plus family-friendly activities like a carousel, pony and wagon rides, a petting zoo, and appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 7 Dec. 2024 The agency also suggests being mindful around animals, including those at petting zoos, farms, and fairs. Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 City leaders and some local merchants believed the weeks-long event had become more like a carnival, featuring over 100 vendors, rides, petting zoos and even hot air balloons. Shawn Raymundo, The Arizona Republic, 28 Nov. 2024 Kids can also enjoy a farm petting zoo from 5 to 7 p.m. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 25 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for petting zoo 

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of petting zoo was in 1965

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“Petting zoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petting%20zoo. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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petting zoo

noun
: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed
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