littletenderness
nounUK /ˌlɪtl ˈtɛndənəs/
US /ˌlɪtl ˈtɛndərnəs/
A little tenderness is a small, gentle, kind feeling you show to someone.
She gave the scared puppy a little tenderness by holding it softly.
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2. A small act of kindness that makes someone feel better.
A little tenderness from a friend can fix a bad day.
3. The soft, gentle way you touch or hold something.
He picked up the baby bird with a little tenderness.
4. A quiet, caring feeling inside your heart.
She felt a little tenderness when she saw the old photo.
5. Being gentle instead of rough with people or things.
Treat the flowers with a little tenderness so they don't break.