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Vocabulary Entry
osculation
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A circular or elliptical motion of two bodies in close proximity; also refers to an act of kissing.
Example Sentences
"The oscillation of the pendulum can be described as a simple osculation."
"The couple shared a gentle osculation under the stars."
"In mathematics, osculation can refer to the point where two curves meet closely."
V
verb
To kiss or to touch in a close or intimate manner.
Example Sentences
"The friends osculated playfully as a greeting."
"He osculated her cheek, showing his affection."
"They osculate softly, lost in their moment together."