Kissing

/ˈkɪsɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of touching or pressing one's lips against another person or thing.

A gentle kissing on the cheek can convey warmth and friendship.

a gesture of affection or greeting.

Their kissing was a sweet way to say hello after a long time apart.

verb

present participle of kiss; to touch with the lips as a sign of love or greeting.

They were kissing under the stars, lost in their own world.

to press or touch against something gently.

The sun was kissing the horizon as it began to set.

Derived from Old English 'cyssan', meaning 'to kiss'.

kiss and make up

To resolve a disagreement by reconciling and returning to an affectionate relationship.

kiss goodbye

To give a kiss as a farewell gesture.

a peck on the cheek

A light, quick kiss on the cheek.

peck

A quick, light kiss.

smooch

To kiss amorously.

Making out

They were kissing passionately in the corner.

Frenching

They were Frenching at the party all night.