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    Frôlement (en. Brushing)

    fʁɔ.ləmɑ̃

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A light contact between two surfaces.
    The brushing of leaves in the wind is soothing.
    Le frôlement des feuilles dans le vent est apaisant.
    A light movement or a caress.
    She felt a brushing on her skin.
    Elle a ressenti un frôlement sur sa peau.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to rub', with the suffix '-ing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    brushing of fingers
    Light touch of fingers on a surface.
    frôlement de doigts
    a brushing of silk
    A delicate sound, typically from a soft material.
    un frôlement de soie
    through a brushing
    Indicates a subtle or fleeting contact.
    à travers un frôlement

    Related Words

    to rub
    Making rough or abrasive by applying pressure.
    frotter
    to graze
    Passing very close without touching.
    frôler
    to touch lightly
    Touching lightly at the surface.
    effleurer

    Slang Meanings

    A romantic or intimate contact.
    Their brushing under the moon was very romantic.
    Leur frôlement sous la lune était très romantique.
    A pleasant sensation that recalls a memory.
    This brushing reminds me of summer vacations.
    Ce frôlement me rappelle les vacances d'été.