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tenderness
noun
A tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
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ˈtɛn.dɚ.nɪs
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noun
A tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
noun
A pain that is felt (as when the area is touched)
“The best results are generally obtained by inserting the needle into the point of maximum tenderness”
noun
Warm compassionate feelings
noun
A positive feeling of liking
“He had trouble expressing the affection he felt”
noun
A feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless)
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The best results are generally obtained by inserting the needle into the point of maximum tenderness
After taking a cold, rawness of the larynx and trachea come on
He had trouble expressing the affection he felt
The child won everyone's heart
The warmness of his welcome made us feel right at home
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