What is cutie patootie?

"Cutie patootie" is a playful and affectionate term often used to describe someone or something deemed extremely cute or adorable. It's commonly used in informal contexts to express endearment or amusement towards babies, pets, or even adults when they exhibit charming or cute behavior. The phrase combines "cutie," a diminutive form of "cute," with "patootie," an informal term that can refer to a person's bottom or simply be used as a lighthearted rhyming word to enhance the cuteness factor of the expression.