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smooch

|smooch|

/smuːtʃ/

amorous kiss

Etymology

Etymology Information

'smooch' originates from the Scottish word 'smouch,' which meant 'to kiss or smudge.'

Historical Evolution

'smouch' transformed into the modern English word 'smooch' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to kiss or smudge,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to kiss amorously.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a kiss, especially a long or amorous one.

They shared a smooch under the mistletoe.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to kiss someone, especially in a long or amorous way.

They smooched in the back of the cinema.

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Last updated: 2025/02/23 08:29