caress
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nounDefinition of CARESS
1
: an act or expression of kindness or affection : endearment
2
a : a light stroking, rubbing, or patting b : kiss
— ca·res·sive \-ˈre-siv\ adjective
— ca·res·sive·ly adverb
See Examples of CARESS
- She gave the baby's cheek a gentle caress.
Origin of CARESS
French caresse, from Italian carezza, from caro dear, from Latin carus — more at charity
First Known Use: 1609
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