Meaning of caressing in English

1. Pronunciation

   /kəˈrɛsɪŋ/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   caressing

   Definitions

   1. showing love

   Examples

   • « caressive words »

   Synonyms

   • loving

2. Noun

   caressing

   Definitions

   1. affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)

   Derived terms

   • bosom
   • buss
   • cuddle
   • draw close
   • embrace
   • fondle
   • hug
   • kiss
   • make out
   • neck
   • nest
   • nestle
   • nuzzle
   • osculate
   • pet
   • smooch
   • snog
   • snuggle
   • spoon
   • squeeze
   • stroke

Browse dictionary

• caress
• Carelian
• carelessness
• carelessly
• caressing
• caressingly
• caressive
• caret
• caretaker