1. (

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

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

1. (

• caress ,
• fondle

) touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner; "He caressed her face"; "They fondled in the back seat of the taxi" ;