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Definition touch in American English

touch noun

noun
/tʌtʃ/
1

the action of putting your hand or part of your body on someone or something

Example

The touch of his hand sent a thrill through her body.

Example

She felt the touch of his lips on her back.

Synonyms and related words
touch contact hold
2

a very small amount of a substance

Example

"Do you want milk in your coffee?" "Just a touch, please."

Example

Add a touch of vinegar.

Synonyms and related words
bit piece fragment
2.1

slightly

Example

The curtains are a touch on the long side.

Example

Things will be a touch easier next month.

Synonyms and related words
slightly fairly partly
3

the sense that tells you what something feels like, through your skin or when you put your fingers on it

Example

Children's imaginations can be stimulated through sight, touch, and smell.

Synonyms and related words
feeling sensation tactile
4

a small feature that improves something

Example

The flowers in the room were a nice touch.

Example

Lace added a decorative touch to the tablecloth.

5

a particular quality that someone can add to a situation

Example

The hotel provides good service and the personal touch.

Example

Jane Pickard is the businesswoman with a magic touch.

Synonyms and related words
feature quality factor
6

your ability to do something well

Example

Charlotte has really developed a touch for Mexican cooking.

Synonyms and related words
skill talent ability
7

the action of hitting or kicking a ball

Example

Levens gained five yards on his first touch of the ball.

Synonyms and related words
backhand backhander ball
Definition touch in American English

Related Words

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