1. to open something slowly, carefully, and with minimal force to avoid damage or disturbance
Gently open the door so you don't wake the baby.
Abra a porta delicadamente para não acordar o bebê.
2. to move something that is closed into an open position with tenderness and care
She gently opened the book to avoid tearing the fragile pages.
Ela abriu o livro delicadamente para evitar rasgar as páginas frágeis.