VOA慢速英语:疫情期间 人们与宠物的关系发生了变化

quarantine –n. to be separated from people in an effort to prevent the spread of disease

treat –n. something that tastes good and is not often eaten

interrupt –v. to do something that causes someone from speaking or doing what they were doing

lap –n. the area between the knees and hips of a person who is sitting down

affectionate –adj. feeling or showing a great liking for a person or thing

entertainment –n. amusement or pleasure that comes from watching a performer, playing a game, etc.

interact –v. to talk or do things with people

veterinarian –n. a doctor for animals

anxiety –n. a feeling of nervousness or worry