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petting zoo
noun
: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed
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What's happening: South Phoenix will be hosting a free family event that will include turkey giveaways, $100 gift card raffles, food trucks, live music, a petting zoo along with other activities for children of all ages.
—David Ulloa Jr, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
The Bus, Snow Globe Cupcakes, Face Painting, a petting zoo, Mr. & Mrs. Claus, a Mobile Bar, and more.
—Kathryn Gregory, The Courier-Journal, 8 Nov. 2024
Enjoy petting zoo, giant slides, corn box, mini maze, pumpkin house and more.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2024
Enjoy family-friendly activities, local vendors, food, beer and wine, a petting zoo, live music and more 11am-4pm Sunday at River Farm in Alexandria.
—Analis Bailey, Axios, 31 Oct. 2024
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First Known Use
1965, in the meaning defined above
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“Petting zoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petting%20zoo. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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petting zoo
noun
: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed
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