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.