verb. ['ˈpæt'] pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin.
verb. ['ˈpæt'] hit lightly.
noun. ['ˈpæt'] the sound made by a gentle blow.
adjective. ['ˈpæt'] exactly suited to the occasion.
adjective. ['ˈpæt'] having only superficial plausibility.
noun. ['ˈpæt'] a light touch or stroke.