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    Caressait (en. Caressed)

    /kaʁe.sɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To perform a caress, a tender and delicate gesture on a surface or body.
    He caressed the cat gently.
    Il caressait le chat avec douceur.
    To express affection through tender gestures.
    She caressed her friend's hand to comfort him.
    Elle caressait la main de son ami pour le réconforter.
    To touch lightly with affection.
    He caressed the leather of the new car.
    Il caressait le cuir de la nouvelle voiture.
    To make a delicate gesture that evokes tenderness.
    The breeze caressed his face.
    La brise caressait son visage.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'caresser,' originating from the Latin 'caritia' meaning 'cherishing, tenderness.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a caress
    To make a tender or affectionate gesture.
    faire une caresse
    to caress the dream
    To have tender and idealized thoughts or aspirations.
    caresser le rêve
    to caress the idea
    To consider an idea with enthusiasm.
    caresser l'idée

    Related Words

    caress
    Gesture of tenderness, often symbolic.
    caresse
    hug
    Gesture of affection involving an embrace.
    câlin
    touch
    To apply pressure or contact on something.
    toucher

    Slang Meanings

    To have a tender or romantic relationship.
    They were caressing each other under the stars.
    Ils se caressaient sous les étoiles.
    To show excessive affection.
    He's always playing with my hair.
    Il est toujours en train de me caresser les cheveux.