What does caressing mean?
Caressing means present participle and gerund of caress.
Caressing
/kəˈɹɛsɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of caress.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of caress
- A caress.
Example Sentences
It was a quick drive to her apartment, and although we didn't actually verbalize that we wanted to have sex, we were caressing each other's thighs.
Synonyms for caressing
Antonyms for caressing
Related Words
Word Forms
- caressings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for caressing?
Common synonyms include fondling, loving, necking, caressive.
What is the opposite of caressing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use caressing in a sentence?
It was a quick drive to her apartment, and although we didn't actually verbalize that we wanted to have sex, we were caressing each other's thighs.
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