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caress

The correct spelling is caress.

How to pronounce caress

/kəˈɹɛs/
noun

IPA: /kəˈɹɛs/

Say it like: Car-ess

The correct spelling is caress. An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness. For example: "She loves being caressed by her boyfriend."

Usage Examples

She loves being caressed by her boyfriend.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
  2. 2.A gentle stroking or rubbing.

verb

  1. 1.To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.
  2. 2.To affect as if with a caress.

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