caress — to touch or stroke gently in a loving or affectionate way
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to touch or stroke gently in a loving or affectionate way
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈres/
Example Sentences
- The cat purred as I caressed its fur while binge-watching Netflix.
- He caressed his smartphone screen more lovingly than he ever touched his girlfriend.
- The warm breeze caressed her face as she walked through the garden.
caress
VERB[/kəˈres/]
to touch or stroke gently in a loving or affectionate way
Gentle, loving touch
Caress the dress and bless with tenderness
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from 16th-century French 'caresser', derived from Latin 'carus' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. The term evolved to denote a tender touch or gesture expressing affection and care.
Breakdown
Latin 'carus' (dear, beloved) + French diminutive suffix '-esser', creating a verb expressing the act of treating someone as dear through gentle touch.
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📝Examples
“The cat purred as I caressed its fur while binge-watching Netflix.”
“He caressed his smartphone screen more lovingly than he ever touched his girlfriend.”
“The warm breeze caressed her face as she walked through the garden.”
“She caressed the book cover before opening it, like greeting an old friend.”
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