kissed; kissing; kisses
Definition of kiss
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to touch with the lips especially as a mark of affection or greeting
kissed his wife goodbye
2
: to touch gently or lightly
wind gently kissing the trees
kiss ass
kiss goodbye
kiss one's ass
kiss up to
vulgar
: to act obsequiously especially to gain favor
1
: leave
2
: to resign oneself to the loss of
vulgar
: to act obsequiously toward one especially to gain favor
: to curry favor with
kiss
nounDefinition of kiss (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a caress with the lips
a range of kisses from a passionate embrace to a friendly peck
2
: a gentle touch or contact
3a
: a small drop cookie made of meringue
b
: a bite-size piece of candy often wrapped in paper or foil
4
: an expression of affection
sent him kisses in her letter
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The first known use of kiss was before the 12th century
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