Caress and Nudge

Caress

Caress verb - To touch or handle in a tender or loving manner.
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Synonyms for Caress

Nudge and caress are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nudge" instead the word "Caress" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: caressed, caressing

Nudge

Nudge verb - To pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing.
Usage example: accidentally nudged me as they squeezed past

Caress and nudge are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Caress" instead the word "Nudge" as a verb or a noun.

How words are described

gentle gentle caress gentle nudge
slightest slightest caress slightest nudge
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