Fondling
Pronunciation : Fon"dling
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [From Fondle.]
Definition : Defn: The act of caressing; manifestation of tenderness. Cyrus made no . . . amorous fondling To fan her pride, or melt her guardless heart. Mickle.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
Pronunciation : Fond"ling
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Fond + -ling.]
Definition : 1. A person or thing fondled or caressed; one treated with foolish or doting affection. Fondlings are in danger to be made fools. L'Estrange.
2. A fool; a simpleton; a ninny. [Obs.] Chapman.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913