Synonyms of patting

patting

verb

present participle of pat

as in caressing

to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner

affectionately patted the baby on the head

Synonyms & Similar Words

• caressing
• stroking
• hugging
• petting
• fondling
• loving
• cradling
• nuzzling
• snuggling
• spooning
• pawing
• cuddling
• gentling
• massaging
• necking
• nestling
• nosing
• kneading
• canoodling
• embracing
• bouncing
• enfolding
• billing
• dandling
• coddling
• indulging
• feeling up
• pampering
• spoiling
• babying
• mollycoddling

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of patting

Use it on clean, dry skin, gently patting on the product. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 2 Oct. 2024