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gentling

/ˈdʒɛntlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does gentling mean?

verb

to treat someone or something gently, especially in order to calm or soothe them. to make something gentler or less severe.

Example

"The nurse tried to gentling the frightened child, speaking softly and moving slowly."

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