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    Caressant (en. Caressing)

    /ka.ʁɛ.sɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which expresses tenderness, a softness.
    A caressing gesture can soothe anxieties.
    Un geste caressant peut apaiser les angoisses.
    Soft to the touch.
    The caressing texture of velvet is pleasant.
    La peau caressante du velours est agréable.
    Which evokes pleasant sensations.
    The caressing sound of rain on leaves is relaxing.
    Le son caressant de la pluie sur les feuilles est relaxant.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'to caress', originating from Latin 'caritas', meaning tenderness.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    caressing words
    Soft and soothing speech.
    parole caressante
    caressing gaze
    A look that expresses tenderness.
    regard caressant
    caressing touch
    A delicate and affectionate contact.
    touche caressante

    Related Words

    caress
    The action of caressing; affectionate gesture.
    caresse
    to caress
    To make caresses, to touch tenderly.
    caresser
    tenderness
    Feeling of warmth, friendship; gentle affection.
    tendresse

    Slang Meanings

    Hippie
    He has a caressing style that recalls the 70s.
    Il a un style caressant qui rappelle les années 70.
    Flatterer
    His caressing words easily charm people.
    Ses mots caressants séduisent facilement les gens.