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pets

 

[ pɛts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

domestic animals

Animals that are kept by humans for companionship or enjoyment, rather than for work or food. Pets are often considered part of the family and are well cared for.

Synonyms

animals, companion animals, domesticated animals.

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Word Description / Examples
pets

Refer to the first entry for this word.
animals

Use when speaking in a broad sense about living creatures that are not plants, fungi, or other non-animal life forms. It can include both domesticated and wild species.

  • Many animals live in the rainforest
  • Animals can be fascinating to study in their natural habitats
companion animals

Use in a formal context to emphasize the role of pets in providing companionship to humans. This term is often used in scientific, veterinary, and legal contexts.

  • Companion animals can have a positive impact on a person's mental health
  • The clinic offers specialized care for companion animals
domesticated animals

Use when referring to animals that have been bred and adapted over generations to live alongside humans. This can include pets, livestock, and working animals.

  • Domesticated animals have played important roles in human societies
  • Horses, cows, and chickens are examples of domesticated animals

Examples of usage

  • She has two cats and a dog as pets.
  • Many people find comfort and joy in having a pet at home.

Translations

Translations of the word "pets" in other languages:

🇵🇹 animais de estimação

🇮🇳 पालतू जानवर

🇩🇪 Haustiere

🇮🇩 hewan peliharaan

🇺🇦 домашні тварини

🇵🇱 zwierzęta domowe

🇯🇵 ペット

🇫🇷 animaux de compagnie

🇪🇸 mascotas

🇹🇷 evcil hayvanlar

🇰🇷 애완동물

🇸🇦 الحيوانات الأليفة

🇨🇿 domácí mazlíčci

🇸🇰 domáce zvieratá

🇨🇳 宠物

🇸🇮 hišni ljubljenčki

🇮🇸 gæludýr

🇰🇿 үй жануарлары

🇬🇪 შინაური ცხოველები

🇦🇿 ev heyvanları

🇲🇽 mascotas

Etymology

The word 'pets' originated from the Old French word 'petite,' which means small or little. In the 16th century, 'pet' was used to refer to a lamb or other domesticated animal kept as a favorite. Over time, the term 'pets' evolved to encompass a wide variety of domestic animals kept for companionship.

See also: pet, petite, petting, petty, petulant.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,985, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.