Stroking

Pronunciation:ˈstroʊ.kɪŋ

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Quick Translations

verb

The act of moving one's hand gently over a surface, typically to show affection or to soothe someone.

轻轻地将手移动在某个表面上，通常是为了表示亲情或安慰某人。

She was stroking her cat so much that it started to look like a fluffy pancake.
After hearing the news of the celebrity's bizarre haircut, many fans were seen visibly stroking their own hair for comfort.
The mother kept stroking her child’s back to reassure him that everything was going to be fine during the thunderstorm.

In many cultures, stroking, especially of pets, is often seen as a soothing action. It can also be seen as a gesture of love and care.

noun

A gentle or light movement or touch, often referring to petting or caressing.

轻柔的动作或触碰，通常是指抚摸或轻轻拍打。

His stroking of the dog seemed to calm both him and the animal after a chaotic day at the park.
During the meeting, she gave a stroking gesture to indicate support, which led to everyone thinking she was inviting them to a petting zoo.
After a stressful week, I treated myself to a spa day, where I enjoyed the soothing stroking of the massage therapist.

The concept of 'stroking' can extend beyond physical interaction; it includes emotional and verbal encouragement, often used in support and therapy.