'Fondling' definitions:

Definition of 'fondling'

From: WordNet
noun
Affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) [syn: caressing, cuddling, fondling, hugging, kissing, necking, petting, smooching, snuggling]

Definition of 'Fondling'

From: GCIDE
  • Fondle \Fon"dle\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Fondled; p. pr. & vb. n. Fondling.] [From Fond, v.] To treat or handle with tenderness or in a loving manner; to caress; as, a nurse fondles a child.
  • Syn: Syn.- See Caress. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Fondling'

From: GCIDE
  • Fondling \Fon"dling\, n. [From Fondle.] The act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness. [1913 Webster]
  • Cyrus made no . . . amorous fondling To fan her pride, or melt her guardless heart. --Mickle. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Fondling'

From: GCIDE
  • Fondling \Fond"ling\, n. [Fond + -ling.]
  • 1. A person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection. [1913 Webster]
  • Fondlings are in danger to be made fools. --L'Estrange. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. A fool; a simpleton; a ninny. [Obs.] --Chapman. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'fondling'

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Words containing 'Fondling'