Answer:

caresses

Answer	Crossword Clue
CARESSES	Pets
CARESSES	Gives a big hug
CARESSES	Tender touches

CARESSES	Affectionate strokes
CARESSES	Soothing strokes
CARESSES	Touches with affection
CARESSES	Strokes
CARESSES	Touches affectionately
CARESSES	Signs of affection.
CARESSES	Fondles.
CARESSES	Acts of endearment.

CARESSES	Pet and pat.
CARESSES	Tender touches.
CARESSES	Touches gently.
CARESSES	Signs of love.
CARESSES	Fondles
CARESSES	Actions by some who woo
CARESSES	Loving touches
CARESSES	Expressions of love

CARESSES	Signs of fondness
CARESSES	Nice brushes
CARESSES	Strokes gently
CARESSES	Treats lovingly

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.