petting
Pronunciation:
/ˈpɛtɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To stroke or fondle (an animal).
To stroke or fondle (another person) amorously.
Of two or more people, to stroke and fondle one another amorously.
To treat as a pet; to fondle; to indulge.
Example: His daughter was petted and spoiled.
noun
Definitions
The act of stroking or gently patting an animal.
The act of kissing, stroking, etc., a person in a sexual manner.
The act of indulging or treating as a favourite.