Stroke in an Affectionate Manner
This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Wild West, Group 424, Puzzle 3 (Suspenders).
Question is: Stroke in an Affectionate Manner
and the answer is: CARESS
Word Meaning:
CARESS — An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
Definitions from Wiktionary.