| 1. | a person who is easily convinced, esp. to give or lend money: a soft touch for charities. |
| 2. | a person who is easily influenced, duped, or imposed upon: a soft touch for anybody with a sob story. |
| 3. | a person, team, etc., that is easily defeated: They're a soft touch for any team in the league. |
| 4. | a task or activity that is easily or quickly done, esp. a job that pays well and requires little work. |
| soft touch n. One who is easily persuaded or taken advantage of. |
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Someone easily persuaded or taken advantage of, especially in giving away money. For example, Ask Dan for the money; he's always a soft touch. [First half of 1900s]