caressing
|ca-ress-ing|
B2
/kəˈrɛsɪŋ/
(caress)
gentle touch
Etymology
Etymology Information
'caress' originates from French, specifically the word 'caresse', where 'caresse' meant 'a gentle touch or embrace'.
Historical Evolution
'caresse' transformed into the English word 'caress' during the 16th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a gentle touch or embrace', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'caress'.
She was gently caressing the cat's fur.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40