kissing

(noun) affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs). Synonyms: caressing, cuddling, fondling, hugging, necking, petting, smooching, snuggling.

(verb) touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.. Synonyms: snog, kiss, buss, osculate. Examples: "The newly married couple kissed." "She kissed her grandfather on the forehead when she entered the room."

(verb) touch lightly or gently. Synonyms: kiss. Example: "The blossoms were kissed by the soft rain."