Caress /(kȧ*rĕs")/

1. An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.

   Wooed her with his soft caresses.

   He exerted himself to win by indulgence and caresses the hearts of all who were under his command.

imp. & p. p. Caressed; p. pr. & vb. n. Caressing

1. To treat with tokens of fondness, affection, or kindness; to touch or speak to in a loving or endearing manner; to fondle.

   The lady caresses the rough bloodhound.