The Clue
Piece of butter (3 letter answer)
The Answer
PAT
Tags
Notes
The answer PAT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
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Definition
PAT as a noun:
1. (pat, rap, tap) = the sound made by a gentle blow
2. (tap, pat, dab) = a light touch or stroke
PAT as a verb:
1. (chuck, pat) = pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin
2. (dab, pat) = hit lightly; "pat him on the shoulder"
PAT as an adjective:
1. (glib, pat, slick) = having only superficial plausibility; "glib promises"; "a slick commercial"
2. exactly suited to the occasion; "a pat reply"
PAT as an adverb:
1. completely or perfectly; "he has the lesson pat"; "had the system down pat"