cuddling

n.	1.	holding close in a tender and afectionate manner.
	2.	lying closely together while caressing; nestling together.
	3.	foreplay without contact with the genital organs.

Noun

1.

cuddling - affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs) Synonyms: caressing, fondling, hugging, kissing, petting, smooching, snuggling, necking

arousal, caressing, cuddle, draw close, fondling, foreplay, hugging, kissing, necking, nest, nestle, nuzzle, petting, smooching, snogging, snuggle, snuggling, stimulation