Smooch
/smuːtʃ/noun
To kiss or caress amorously.
Did you know?The playful term 'smooch' may have evolved from a blend of the sounds of kissing, capturing the intimacy of the act itself.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
OE
smocian
“To kiss or embrace.”
Middle English
ME
smochen
“To kiss gently; a sound associated with kissing.”
16th Century
English
smooch
“A playful or affectionate kiss, often used in a light-hearted context.”
20th Century
English
smooch
“Modern usage solidified as a term for romantic kissing, popularized in culture.”