abbr.
patent
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| Dictionary: pat. |
| Architecture: pat |
As applied to a specimen of neat cement paste, a sample about 3 in. (7.6 cm) in diameter and ½ in. (1.3 cm) in thickness at the center and tapering to a thin edge; applied on a flat glass plate to determine the setting time.
| WordNet: pat |
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The noun has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
the sound made by a gentle blow
Synonyms: rap, tap
Meaning #2:
a light touch or stroke
Synonyms: tap, dab
The verb pat has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, esp. under the chin
Synonym: chuck
Meaning #2:
hit lightly
Synonym: dab
The adjective pat has 2 meanings:
Meaning #1:
having only superficial plausibility
Synonyms: glib, slick
Meaning #2:
exactly suited to the occasion
The adverb pat has one meaning:
Meaning #1:
completely or perfectly
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| Architecture. McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Architecture and Construction. Copyright © 2003 by McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved. Read more |
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| WordNet. WordNet 1.7.1 Copyright © 2001 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. Read more |
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