foreplay

Synonyms:

arousal, stimulation

Types:

caressing, cuddling, fondling, hugging, kissing, necking, petting, smooching, snuggling

affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)

feel

manual stimulation of the genital area for sexual pleasure

snogging

(British informal) cuddle and kiss

Type of:

sex, sex activity, sexual activity, sexual practice

activities associated with sexual intercourse