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    Paghimas (en. Caress)

    /paˈɡimas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The act of touching an object or person.
    The children desire the caress of their pets.
    Ang mga bata ay nagnanais ng paghimas sa kanilang mga alagang hayop.
    A gentle movement of the hand or finger that usually brings comfort.
    The mother's caress on her baby brings calmness.
    Ang paghimas ng ina sa kanyang sanggol ay nagbibigay ng kalmado.
    The action of touching that may include love or care.
    The caress of love in the family is often felt.
    Madalas maramdaman ang paghimas ng pagmamahal sa pamilya.

    Etymology

    From the root 'himas' meaning to touch or to stroke.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    caress of his/her hands
    Touching or holding with the hands, often with feelings.
    paghimas ng kanyang mga kamay
    gentle caress
    Soft and careful touch.
    malambot na paghimas

    Related Words

    stroke
    A verb meaning to touch or handle.
    himas
    scrape
    A term referring to scratching or rubbing against something.
    suyod

    Slang Meanings

    touching or brushing against the skin
    When I touched his back, it felt so soft!
    Paghimas ko sa likod niya, parang ang lambot!
    a form of comfort or casual approach
    Sometimes, just touching on our problems can help.
    Minsan, ang paghimas lang sa mga problema natin ay makakatulong na.
    meeting the needs of others
    Because of everyone's support, we managed to rise from challenges.
    Dahil sa paghimas ng mga tao, nagawa naming makabangon mula sa mga pagsubok.