The Clue
Portions of butter (4 letter answer)
The Answer
PATS
Tags
Notes
The answer PATS is common and appears about once every 200 puzzles.
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Puppy pleasers
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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"