kissing
Translation
kissing
Examples
Kissing is a sign of affection.
Kissing is a sign of affection.
Grammar Patterns
((kissing)) as a subject. Kissing is a sign of affection.
Similar Words
Synonyms: smooching, pecking
Etymology
From the Old English verb 'cyssan' (to kiss), of Germanic origin. The -ing suffix forms a gerund.
Memory Tips
Imagine the two 's' letters in 'kissing' as two people leaning in for a kiss.