fondle (Meaning)

Wordnet

fondle (v)

touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner

Webster

fondle (v.)

To treat or handle with tenderness or in a loving manner; to caress; as, a nurse fondles a child.

fondle Sentence Examples

  1. The child exhibited a fondness for fondling his teddy bear, holding it close to his chest all day.
  2. With gentle hands, the mother fondled her newborn's tiny fingers and toes, marveling at their delicate beauty.
  3. The artist meticulously fondled the clay, shaping it with artistry and precision.
  4. The elderly woman's wrinkled hands fondled her prayer beads, seeking comfort in their familiar shape.
  5. The burglar fondled the stolen jewelry, admiring its sparkle and value in the dim light.
  6. The teacher fondled the student's shoulder in a reassuring manner, offering support and encouragement.
  7. The nurse gently fondled the patient's head, offering a soothing touch to ease their pain.
  8. The tailor meticulously fondled the fabric, examining its texture and quality before making a cut.
  9. The lover's hands fondled their partner's body with tenderness and passion, expressing their affection.
  10. The child's fondling of the pet rabbit was a sign of their deep attachment and care for the animal.

FAQs About the word fondle

touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing mannerTo treat or handle with tenderness or in a loving manner; to caress; as, a nurse fondles a child.

caress, stroke, pat, love,hug, pet, spoon, coddle, dandle, cuddle

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The child exhibited a fondness for fondling his teddy bear, holding it close to his chest all day.

With gentle hands, the mother fondled her newborn's tiny fingers and toes, marveling at their delicate beauty.

The artist meticulously fondled the clay, shaping it with artistry and precision.

The elderly woman's wrinkled hands fondled her prayer beads, seeking comfort in their familiar shape.