flirting

(noun) playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest. Synonyms: flirt, flirtation, coquetry, dalliance, toying.

(verb) talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions. Synonyms: chat up, flirt, dally, butterfly, coquet, coquette, romance, philander, mash. Examples: "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries." "My husband never flirts with other women."

(verb) behave carelessly or indifferently. Synonyms: dally, toy, play, flirt. Example: "Play about with a young girl's affection."