Stroking
Stroking is the act of applying smooth, repeated pressure with the hand or another implement along a surface or body. The term is used in several contexts, including caregiving, therapy, grooming, animal care, and art.
The word derives from the verb stroke, reflecting the motion of brushing or gliding along a surface.
In human care and therapy, stroking is used to comfort, relax, or stimulate circulation. Massage techniques
In animal care, stroking can calm or reassure a pet when done with slow, gentle movements. It
In art, a stroke is a single mark made by a brush or drawing tool; the term
In sexual contexts, stroking may refer to manual stimulation of erogenous zones. This use is private; informed