24+ Words that rhyme with petting
Petting is a 2-syllable word with 24 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are betting, bloodletting, getting. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.
Definition of petting
- noun
- affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
2 syllables
Examples of "petting" in lyrics
See how petting is used at the end of a line in songs:
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"heavy petting"
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"first sexual petting"
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"clarksville md petting"
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What do these rhymes mean?
- betting
- bloodletting
- formerly used as a treatment to reduce excess blood (one of the four humors of medieval medicine) indiscriminate
- getting
- the act of acquiring something; "I envied his talent for acquiring
- jetting
- propelled violently in a usually narrow stream
- letting
- property that is leased or rented out or let
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Rhyming tips for songwriters
When using "petting" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like betting, bloodletting, getting create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.
Since "petting" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.