The act of re-assuring someone everything will be ok and no need to panic.
Example 1:
Guy1: This project is so complex, we need a full review of the detail! This isn't going to work.
Guy2: What the hell is with that guy?
Guy3: Don't worry, he just needs some Ass Patting, I'll buy him lunch later.
Employee: How come you never make any time for me?
Boss: OK Sorry whatsup?
Employee: My office chair hurts my back, bla bla bla.
Boss (In thought): *Man i'm so sick of this guy needing so much ass patting. I can't wait till we downsize him.*
Boss: I'll take care of that, keep up the good work!
Short-hand for the word floccinaucinihilipilification, meaning the estimation of something as valueless (encountered mainly as an example of one of the longest words in the English language).
Precedes or follows either a gratuitously disrespectful or honest remark, originated in New York City. Used in similar fashion to "no offense" or "to be honest," interchangeably.
Ya mans is wild buns, respectfully. Respectfully he's washed.
After school, The Modells on Jamaica Ave was active. Respectfully.