Osculation: alternatives and connections

A close union or junction of bodies; a touching or meeting.

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To come in contact with; to hit or strike lightly against; to extend the hand, foot, or the like, so as to reach or rest on.

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of Touch

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The fourth part of a bushel; a dry measure of eight quarts; as, a peck of wheat.

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A small sailing vessel, commonly rigged as a sloop, used chiefly in the coasting and fishing trade.

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See Smutch.

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A kiss; a rude or playful kiss; a smack.

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A kiss; a rude or playful kiss; a smack.

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To kiss.

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To kiss.

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A kiss; a rude or playful kiss; a smack.

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To salute with the lips, as a mark of affection, reverence, submission, forgiveness, etc.

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