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ca•ress
Pronunciation: (ku-res'), [key]—
n.
an act or gesture expressing affection, as an embrace or kiss, esp. a light stroking or touching.
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v.t.
1. to touch or pat gently to show affection.
2. to touch, stroke, etc., lightly, as if in affection:
The breeze caressed the trees.
3. to treat with favor, kindness, etc.
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