Meaning & Definition of word "Touch"

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    Touch

    /tʌtʃ/

    noun:

    • 1. The act of touching; physical contact.
      • Example: With a gentle touch, he calmed the frightened child.
    • 2. An emotional or personal connection.
      • Example: His speech had a personal touch that resonated with the audience.
    • 3. A small amount of something added.
      • Example: She added a touch of salt to enhance the flavor.

    verb:

    • 1. To make physical contact with something by extending a part of the body.
      • Example: Please don't touch the artwork; it's very fragile.
    • 2. To come into contact with someone emotionally or intellectually.
      • Example: Her story really touched me.
    • 3. To affect or have an influence on.
      • Example: The team's performance touched the hearts of many fans.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'tocchen', from Old French 'tocquer', from Latin 'toccare'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    out of touch:

    Not in contact or not updated.

    touch base:

    To make contact or communicate, especially briefly.

    touch and go:

    Uncertain or risky; likely to result in failure.

    touch up:

    To add final details to improve appearance.

    get in touch:

    To make contact with someone.

    Related Words

    tactile:

    Related to the sense of touch.

    touched:

    Affected emotionally.

    touching:

    Evoking a strong emotional response.

    Slang Meanings of touch

    Meaning: To touch base with someone.

    Example Sentence: I'll touch you tomorrow to confirm our plans.

    Meaning: Out of touch.

    Example Sentence: He's so out of touch with the latest trends.