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caress
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/ɐ.ˈfa.ɣu/a·fa·go
Definition
1The act or effect of stroking gently; a gesture or word expressing affection, tenderness, or comfort.
Usage examples
“A gentle caress on the cheek can convey deep love.”
“Her kind words were a caress to his wounded pride.”
Common combinations
a loving caressa tender caress