As a Noun:
1. The slow and gentle movement of your hand over someone or something. English = stroke.
2. The gentle and affectionate stroking of someone. English = caress.
3. The gentle and affectionate stroking of an animal. English = petting.
4. A tame animal that you keep in your home to give you company and pleasure. English = pet.
As a Verb or Adjective:
1. To move your hand slowly and gently over someone or something. English = stroke.
2. To stroke someone gently and affectionately. English = caress, pat, fondle.
3. To stroke an animal gently and affectionately. English = pet, pat, fondle.