VERB: "to touch (someone or something) with the lips especially as a mark of affection or greeting" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to touch (someone or something) with the lips especially as a mark of affection or greeting" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
2. any of several bite-sized candies
(verb)
1. touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone’s mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.
2. touch lightly or gently

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

AFFECTION (noun)
1. a positive feeling of liking
ESPECIALLY (adverb)
1. to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
2. in a special manner

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