comfortingpat
nounUK /ˈkʌm.fə.tɪŋ pæt/
US /ˈkʌm.fɚ.tɪŋ pæt/
A gentle tap with your hand that makes someone feel better.
She gave the scared puppy a comforting pat on the head.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A soft touch on the back to show you care.
He gave his friend a comforting pat after the game.
3. A light, friendly tap used to calm someone down.
The nurse gave the child a comforting pat on the shoulder.
4. A small, kind touch that says 'it's okay.'
With a comforting pat on the arm, Mom told him not to worry.