caresses

/kəˈɹɛsɪz/

noun

An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.

Examples :

"The puppy loved the soft caresses of the children. "

noun

A gentle stroking or rubbing.

Examples :

"The cat purred contentedly, enjoying the gentle caresses of the child's hand. "

sensation action body human

verb

To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.

Examples :

"She loves being caressed by her boyfriend."

body action sensation human

verb

To affect as if with a caress.

Examples :

"The soft music caresses your soul as you study for your exam. "

sensation action body human

Meanings

Examples :

"The puppy loved the soft caresses of the children. "

Examples :

"The cat purred contentedly, enjoying the gentle caresses of the child's hand. "

Examples :

"She loves being caressed by her boyfriend."

Examples :

"The soft music caresses your soul as you study for your exam. "

Related Words

endearment noun

The act or process of endearing, of causing (something or someone) to be loved or to be the object of affection.

contentedly adverb

In a contented manner.

embracing verb

To seize (something) eagerly or with alacrity; to accept or take up with cordiality; to welcome.

affection noun

The act of affecting or acting upon.

stroking verb

To move one's hand or an object (such as a broom) along (a surface) in one direction.

children noun

A person who has not yet reached adulthood, whether natural (puberty), cultural (initiation), or legal (majority)

expression noun

The action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

lovingly adverb

In a loving manner, affectionately.

boyfriend noun

A male partner in an unmarried romantic relationship.

touching adjective

Provoking sadness and pity; that can cause sadness or heartbreak among witnesses to a sad event or situation.

enjoying verb

To receive pleasure or satisfaction from something

tenderness noun

A tendency to express warm, compassionate feelings