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caressing
noun
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Divide caressing into syllables:

ca · ress · ing

How to pronounce caressing:

Definition of caressing:

caressing (noun):
affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs).

Synonyms for caressing:

snugglingkissingarousalhuggingsmoochingstimulation

Antonyms for caressing:

leavingoverlookingignoringdisregardingneglecting

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