caressive
Pronunciation: /kəˈɹɛsɪv/
The English word “caressive” has 3 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Having the nature of a caress; gentle, soothing.
- Of a diminutive: indicating affection or endearment.
noun
- A type of diminutive indicating affection or endearment.
Etymology
From caress + -ive.
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