Definitions for fondling
fondling

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. caressing, cuddling, fondling, hugging, kissing, necking, petting, smooching, snugglingnoun

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

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Fondlingnoun

   A person or thing much fondled or caressed; something regarded with great affection.

   Etymology: from fondle.

   Partiality in a parent is commonly unlucky; for fondlings are in danger to be made fools, and the children that are least cockered make the best and wisest men. Roger L'Estrange.

   The bent of our own minds may favour any opinion or action, that may shew it to be a fondling of our own. John Locke.

   Any body would have guessed miss to have been bred up under a cruel stepdame, and John to be the fondling of a tender mother. John Arbuthnot, History of John Bull.

   Bred a fondling and an heiress.
   Dress’d like any lady may’ress;
   Cocker’d by the servants round,
   Was too good to touch the ground. Jonathan Swift.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. fondling

   Physical intimacy is sensual proximity or touching. It is an act or reaction, such as an expression of feelings (including close friendship, platonic love, romantic love or sexual attraction), between people. Examples of physical intimacy include being inside someone's personal space, holding hands, hugging, kissing, caressing and sexual activity. Physical intimacy can often convey the real meaning or intention of an interaction in a way that accompanying speech cannot do. Physical intimacy can be exchanged between any people but as it is often used to communicate positive and intimate feelings, it most often occurs in people who have a preexisting relationship, whether familial, platonic or romantic, with romantic relationships having increased physical intimacy. Several forms of romantic touch have been noted including holding hands, hugging, kissing, cuddling, as well as caressing and massaging. Physical affection is highly correlated with overall relationship and partner satisfaction.It is possible to be physically intimate with someone without actually touching them; however, a certain proximity is necessary. For instance, a sustained eye contact is considered a form of physical intimacy, analogous to touching. When a person enters someone else's personal space for the purpose of being intimate, it is physical intimacy, regardless of the lack of actual physical contact. Most people partake in physical intimacy, which is a natural part of interpersonal relationships and human sexuality, and research has shown it has health benefits. A hug or touch can result in the release of the hormone oxytocin and in a reduction in stress hormones.Due to the important role that language-based communication plays in humans, the role of touch is often downplayed; however, there is ample evidence that physical touch still plays an important role in everyday human relationships. While humans often communicate verbally, they also participate in close contact. Physical touch has emotional and social connotations that often far outweigh anything that can be expressed via language.Inducements towards physical intimacy can come from various sources. During colder seasons, humans as well as other animals seek physical intimacy with one another as a means to apportion thermoregulation. Some forms of physical touch among monkeys and apes serve multiple functions, including cleaning, treatment of a lice influx or infection and social grooming.Some forms of physical intimacy may be received negatively. This attitude is especially marked amongst those with haphephobia. One study has shown that there is generally a higher level of physical intimacy allowed between immediate family members than between second-degree relatives. Intimacy norms are usually more negative near erogenous zones. Some jurisdictions may specify this as referring to the genitals, buttocks and female breasts.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. Fondling

   of Fondle

2. Fondlingnoun

   the act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness

3. Fondlingnoun

   a person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection

4. Fondlingnoun

   a fool; a simpleton; a ninny

5. Etymology: [From Fondle.]

How to pronounce fondling?

1. Alex

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   David

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   Mark

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   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

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   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

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   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

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   Neerja

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   Zira

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   Oliver

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   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of fondling in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of fondling in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of fondling in a Sentence

1. Faviola Dadis:

   Steven asked if I would take off my clothes and walk for him in my bikini, after doing so (he was on the couch and I was at a far enough distance to do a catwalk for him), he approached me and said he wanted to act out a romantic scene. I was hesitant and expressed this, then he started fondling my breasts and grabbing my crotch.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=fondling
2. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=fondling
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fondling
4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fondling