What does TOUCH mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb, adjective

Definitions:

• Noun: an act of touching someone or something; a small amount; the sense of touch
• Verb: to come into or be in contact with; to handle or feel with the fingers; to affect emotionally
• Adjective: denoting something that is not able to be touched; intangible

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʌtʃ/
• UK: /tʌtʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word "touch" originated from the Old French word "tochier" which means "to touch". It has been used in English since the 13th century. As a verb, "touch" is commonly used to describe the act of coming into or being in contact with someone or something. It is also used to describe handling or feeling something with the fingers. As a noun, "touch" is used to describe the sense of touch or an act of touching. As an adjective, "touch" is used to describe something that is intangible or unable to be touched.

Synonyms:

• Noun: contact, feel, tap, stroke, sensation
• Verb: feel, handle, tap, stroke, affect
• Adjective: untouchable, intangible, impalpable, insubstantial, ethereal

Related Words:

beach, teach, match, watch, reach

Example Sentences:

• He felt a gentle touch on his shoulder.
• She touched the