kitzeln

Definitions of kitzeln
  1. verb
    touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
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    type of:
    jucken
    have or perceive an itch
  2. verb
    touch or stroke lightly
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    type of:
    kosen, liebkosen
    touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
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