Single word for a very gentle touch

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I'd like to find a single word for a very gentle touch.

Example usage:

"As he __________ (gently touched) the petals, ..."

(may not be the best example, but I believe it brings across the point)

The verb brush can have a meaning similar to what you seem to be looking for. Here is the relevant Merriam-Webster definition: "brush vt ... 3 : to pass lightly over or across : touch gently against in passing." — Sven Yargs, Jan 15 '17 at 8:57

AleksandrH · Accepted Answer · 2017-01-15 00:05:02Z

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I believe the word you're looking for is caress: to touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner

"As he caressed the petals, ..."

A similar option is stroke: to rub gently in one direction

"As he stroked the petals, ..."

answered Jan 15 '17 at 0:05

AleksandrH

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