touch-joy

noun
UK /tʌtʃ dʒɔɪ/
US /tʌtʃ dʒɔɪ/

A happy feeling you get when you touch something nice.

The soft kitten gave her a warm touch-joy.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The pleasure of being close to someone you love.

Holding hands brought him quiet touch-joy.

3. A good feeling from touching a favorite texture, like fur or silk.

She felt touch-joy running her fingers over the velvet.

4. The happiness of a gentle hug or pat.

A pat on the back filled him with touch-joy.