01 n. The act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness.
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The act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness.“Cyrus made no . . . amorous fondling To fan her pride, or melt her guardless heart.” — Mickle.
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Webster, 1913
Fondling
02 n. A person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection.
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A person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection.“Fondlings are in danger to be made fools.” — L'Estrange.
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A fool; a simpleton; a ninny.[Obs.]