1. (

• caressing ,
• cuddling ,
• fondling ,
• hugging ,
• kissing ,
• necking ,
• petting ,
• smooching ,
• snuggling

) affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) ;

1. (

• embrace ,
• hug ,
• bosom ,
• squeeze ,

) hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness; "Hug me, please"; "They embraced"; "He hugged her close to him" ;

2. (

• hug

) fit closely or tightly; "The dress hugged her hips" ;