ichidan verb, transitive verb
stroke gently; caress; brush softly
Implies a light, gentle touch, often with affection or tenderness. Similar to 撫でる (なでる) but with a softer, more delicate nuance.
See also: 撫でる (なでる)
彼女は猫の背中を優しく撫ぜた。
She gently stroked the cat's back.
The wind is blowing as if caressing my cheeks.