Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tender-touch

noun
/ˈtɛndər tʌtʃ/
Definition
A gentle or soft physical contact that conveys care and affection.
Examples
  • She placed a tender touch on the child’s back to comfort him.
  • The artist’s tender touch while painting made the portrait come alive.
  • His words were like a tender touch, soothing her troubled mind.
Meaning
The term refers to the act of touching someone or something in a gentle manner that implies sensitivity and warmth.
Synonyms
  • gentle caress
  • soft contact
  • affectionate touch
  • delicate stroke