Caress Definition & Meaning
caress
- noun
- a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it); "he showered her with caresses"; "soft music was a fond caress"; "the caresses of the breeze played over his face"
- verb
- touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner; "He caressed her face"; "They fondled in the back seat of the taxi"
"Caress" in song lyrics
See how caress is used in real songs:
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"Body screaming caress"
A+ f/ Mr. Cheeks — Up Top New York -
"Roll down Greenleaf, make a left on Caress"
Bloods & Crips — Steady Dippin' -
"Yo ma', before you dress, let me caress"
Buddha Monk & Popa Wu f/ Babyface Fensta, Bash, Preacherman, Q-Plex — Send it Back
Words that rhyme with caress
Usage tips for "caress"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "caress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for caress to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does caress mean?
- a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it); "he showered her with caresses"; "soft music was a fond caress"; "the caresses of the breeze played over his face" touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner; "He caressed her face"; "They fondled in the back seat of the taxi"
- What part of speech is caress?
- Caress is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does caress have?
- Caress has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).