fondling Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
    cuddling; petting; caressing; smooching; hugging; snuggling; necking; kissing.
  2. verb touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner
    fondle; caress.
    • He caressed her face
    • They fondled in the back seat of the taxi

WordNet

Fon"dling noun
Etymology
From Fondle.
Definitions
  1. The act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness.
    Cyrus made no . . . amorous fondling To fan her pride, or melt her guardless heart. Mickle.
Fond"ling noun
Etymology
Fond + -ling.
Definitions
  1. A person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection.
    Fondlings are in danger to be made fools. L'Estrange.
  2. A fool; a simpleton; a ninny. Obs. Chapman.

Webster 1913