definition of
pat

[1] #1 pat v. [chuck] pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin. wn

[2] #2 pat v. [dab] hit lightly; "pat him on the shoulder". wn

[3] #3 pat n. [rap, tap] the sound made by a gentle blow. wn

[4] #4 pat r. completely or perfectly; "he has the lesson pat"; "had the system down pat". wn

[5] #5 pat n. [tap, dab] a light touch or stroke. wn