Synonyms of stroking

Noun

1. stroke, stroking, touch, touching

usage: a light touch with the hands

Verb

1. stroke, touch

usage: touch lightly and repeatedly, as with brushing motions; "He stroked his long beard"

2. stroke, strike, hit

usage: strike a ball with a smooth blow

3. stroke, row

usage: row at a particular rate

4. stroke, flatter, blandish

usage: treat gingerly or carefully; "You have to stroke the boss"