Gentle touch is a term used to describe a type of physical contact that is soft and delicate. It can be expressed in various ways, such as patting, caressing, stroking, tapping, dabbing, and carats. PAT is a three-letter word meaning to lightly touch with the hand. CARESS is a six-letter word meaning to touch or STROKE lovingly or tenderly. STROKE is also a six-letter word meaning to move one's hand or an object over something in a smooth, gentle manner. TAP is a three-letter word meaning to lightly hit or strike something. DAB is a three-letter word meaning to press lightly against something with a soft, quick motion. Finally, carats is a six-letter word meaning to touch or STROKE lightly. All of these words are used to describe the concept of gentle touch.