Caress
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəˈɹɛs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caress is a noun meaning An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
Meaning
An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
More Meanings
- A gentle stroking or rubbing.
- (transitive) To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.
- (transitive) To affect as if with a caress.
Example Sentences
She loves being caressed by her boyfriend.
The love and anguish in his voice caressed my mind and soul.
And he wooed her with his soft caresses, / Wooed her with his smile of sunshine, […]
He exerted himself to win by indulgence and caresses the hearts of all who were under his command.
Word Forms
- caresses
- caressing
- caressed
Synonyms for caress
Depending on context, synonyms include hold, soothe, stroke, kiss, canoodle, coax.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fondle, stroke, pat, pet, fondling, endearment.
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