Pet project

Posted by ESC on August 23, 2005

In Reply to: Pet project posted by Wes on August 22, 2005

: What is the meaning of the phrase "Pet project"?

A project that is given special attention. See meaning No. 3.

From Merriam-Webster:
Main Entry: 2pet
Function: adjective
1 : kept or treated as a pet
2 : expressing fondness or endearment A pet name.
3 : FAVORITE A pet project.