friendlypat
nounUK /ˈfrɛndli pæt/
US /ˈfrɛndli pæt/
A friendly pat is a gentle tap with your hand that shows you like someone.
She gave her dog a friendly pat on the head.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A quick, kind touch on the back to say well done.
The coach gave the player a friendly pat after the game.
3. A soft tap on a pet to show affection.
He gave the cat a friendly pat before leaving.
4. A light touch on the shoulder to comfort a friend.
My friend gave me a friendly pat when I felt sad.