[pasting] {n.} A sound thrashing or heavy defeat.

[pat] See: [PIT-A-PAT], [STAND PAT].

[pat on the back] (1) {v. phr.} 1. To clap lightly […]

[pat on the back] (2) {n. phr.} 1. An encouraging tap […]

[pat-a-cake] {n.} A clapping game that keeps time to a nursery […]

[patch up] {v.} 1. To mend a hole or break; repair; […]

[patrol] See: [SHORE PATROL].

[Paul] See: [ROB PETER TO PAY PAUL].

[pause] See: [GIVE PAUSE].

[pave the way] {v. phr.} To make preparation; make easy. * […]