paw

US /pɑː/
UK /pɑː/
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the foot of an animal having claws or nails, such as a cat, dog, or bear

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The dog lifted its paw to shake hands.
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A cat cleans its face with its paws.
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footforefoothindfoot
1.

to touch or handle clumsily or roughly

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Don't paw at the exhibits in the museum.
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He kept pawing at the door, trying to open it.
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