Associations to the word «Effleurage»

Wiktionary

EFFLEURAGE, noun. (massage) A form of massage involving smooth strokes of the skin with one's hands.

Dictionary definition

EFFLEURAGE, noun. A rhythmic stroking; "effleurage of the abdomen is used in the Lamaze method of childbirth".

Wise words

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John Locke