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Kiss

Kihs

/ˈkɪs/

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kiss

Dictionary meaning

A light glancing touch.

Examples

  • Their arms kissed momentarily at the dinner table .
  • It is not uncommon to greet people with a kiss on the cheek in Europe.

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