pat

/pˈæt/

/ˈpæt/

to pat

MAIN VERB

pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

synonyms : chuck

hit lightly

synonyms : dab

Pat

a gentle tapping or pressing motion done with the hands on the skin

synonyms : dab

the sound made by a gentle blow

synonyms : rap

pat

completely or perfectly

pat

exactly suited to the occasion

having only superficial plausibility

synonyms : glib

Examples

1. She had the baby's medical routine down pat.

2. You must have that angle off down pat.

3. I always get my routine down pat so there won't be any room for error during the performance.

4. You've heard Jamie talk about the deal all week, so you should know the story off down pat.