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caress n.1640s, "a show of endearment, display of regard," from French caresse (16c.), a back-formation from caresser or else from Italian carezza "endearment," from caro "dear," from Latin carus "dear, costly, beloved" (from PIE root *ka- "to like, desire"). The meaning "affectionate stroke" is attested in English from 1650s. Related to charity, cherish. caress v. "bestow caresses upon, stroke or pat affectionately;" also "treat with fondness or kindness," 1650s, from French caresser, from Italian carezzare "to cherish," from carezza "endearment" (see caress (n.)). Related: Caressed; caressing. updated on November 07, 2022 |