comfort

noun, verb

1. 1.

   A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint.

2. 2.

   To ease the grief or distress of someone; to console.

3. 3.

   Consolation or emotional support in a time of distress or sadness.

4. 4.

   To give strength and hope to; to encourage.

5. 5.

   A person or thing that provides consolation or well-being.

6. 6.

   (often plural) Things that contribute to physical ease and well-being.