What is the meaning of caress?

noun

  • A gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it. )
    • usage: "he showered her with caresses"; "soft music was a fond caress"; "the caresses of the breeze played over his face"

verb

  • Touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner.
    • usage: "He caressed her face"; "They fondled in the back seat of the taxi"
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