Fondling

Pronunciation: /ˈfɑndlɪŋ/

Definitions of fondling

noun the act of caressing or touching in a loving or sensual way

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a kitten fondling a ball of yarn.

A2 The toddler was caught fondling the toy car in the store.

B1 The teacher noticed the students fondling their pens nervously during the exam.

B2 The artist's painting depicted a couple fondling each other lovingly.

C1 The therapist discussed the implications of fondling in relationships with the couple.

C2 The novel described a scene of passionate fondling between the main characters.

Examples of fondling in a Sentence

formal The suspect was caught fondling himself in public and was immediately arrested.

informal I caught my little brother fondling his action figures when he thought no one was watching.

slang I can't believe he was caught fondling her at the party last night.

figurative The artist's hands moved delicately, fondling the clay as if it were alive.

Grammatical Forms of fondling

• past tense: fondled
• plural: fondlings
• comparative: more fondling
• superlative: most fondling
• present tense: fondle
• future tense: will fondle
• perfect tense: have fondled
• continuous tense: is fondling
• singular: fondling
• positive degree: fondling
• infinitive: to fondle
• gerund: fondling
• participle: fondling

Origin and Evolution of fondling

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'fondling' originated from the Middle English word 'fondlyng', which is derived from the Old English word 'fandian' meaning 'to try or test'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'fondling' shifted from 'to try or test' to its current usage referring to caressing or touching in a loving or affectionate manner.