Touchings

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈtʌʧɪŋz/

Definitions of touchings

noun the act or process of coming into or being in contact with something

Example Sentences

A1 I felt some gentle touchings on my shoulder.

A2 The touchings of the fabric were soft and smooth against my skin.

B1 The touchings of the piano keys created a beautiful melody.

B2 She was moved by the delicate touchings of the artist's brush on the canvas.

C1 The subtle touchings of the sculpture revealed the artist's skill and creativity.

C2 The touchings of the master pianist were so precise and emotive, it brought tears to my eyes.

adjective pertaining to or involving physical contact or touching

Example Sentences

A1 She had a touchings smile that brightened up the room.

A2 The puppy's touchings behavior towards its owner was heartwarming.

B1 The artist's touchings brush strokes added depth to the painting.

B2 The novel was filled with touchings descriptions of the countryside.

C1 The film director's touchings portrayal of human emotions earned critical acclaim.

C2 The musician's touchings interpretation of the piece moved the audience to tears.

Examples of touchings in a Sentence

formal The touchings between the two countries have improved diplomatic relations.

informal I heard about the touchings between them, seems like they are getting along well.

slang Have you seen the touchings going on between those two? It's kinda cute.

figurative The touchings of kindness and compassion in her actions were truly heartwarming.

Grammatical Forms of touchings

past tense

touched

plural

touchings

comparative

more touching

superlative

most touching

present tense

touches

future tense

will touch

perfect tense

have touched

continuous tense

is touching

singular

touching

positive degree

touching

infinitive

to touch

gerund

touching

participle

touching

Origin and Evolution of touchings

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'touchings' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'touchier' meaning 'to touch'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'touchings' has retained its original meaning of physical contact or interaction, but has also evolved to encompass emotional or personal connections and implications.