CARESS
caress
Noun
- An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
- A gentle stroking or rubbing.
Verb
- To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.
- She loves being caressed by her boyfriend.
- To affect as if with a caress.
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