"hugging" in the noun sense
1. caressing, cuddling, fondling, hugging, kissing, necking, petting, smooching, snuggling
affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
"hugging" in the verb sense
1. embrace, hug, bosom, squeeze
hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
"Hug me, please"
"They embraced"
"He hugged her close to him"
2. hug
fit closely or tightly
"The dress hugged her hips"
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