canoodle
canoodling; canoodled
To canoodle is to embrace and fondle. Romantic couples canoodle.
When people are getting a little physical romantically, they're canoodling. This somewhat silly-sounding word applies to somewhat innocent physical affection. For some reason, this word is used frequently by celebrity reporters who love to write about who a hunky actor or sultry starlet is canoodling with at a cafe. However, anyone can canoodle as long as you have a date.
Definitions of canoodle
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fondle or pet affectionately
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type of:
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pet
stroke or caress gently
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pet
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