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

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  1. v. t. To salute with the lips, as a mark of affection, reverence, submission, forgiveness, etc.
  2. v. t. To touch gently, as if fondly or caressingly.
  3. v. i. To make or give salutation with the lips in token of love, respect, etc.; as, kiss and make friends.
  4. v. i. To meet; to come in contact; to touch fondly.
  5. v. A salutation with the lips, as a token of affection, respect, etc.; as, a parting kiss; a kiss of reconciliation.
  6. v. A small piece of confectionery.
  7. n. the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
  8. n. a cookie made of egg whites and sugar
  9. n. any of several bite-sized candies
  10. n. a light glancing touch
  11. v. touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.
  12. v. touch lightly or gently