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to stroke
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐ.fɐ.ˈɣaɾ/a·fa·gar
Definition
1To move one's hand gently over a surface, usually as an expression of affection, comfort, or approval.
Usage examples
“She stroked the child's hair to soothe him.”
“He stroked the dog's back absentmindedly.”
Common combinations
to stroke someone's hairto stroke a cat
Idiomatic expressions
- to stroke someone's ego