Kiss \Kiss\ (k[i^]s), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Kissed} (k[i^]st);p.
   pr. & vb. n. {Kissing}.] [OE. kissen, cussen, AS. cyssan, fr.
   coss a kiss; of uncertain origin; akin to D. kus, G. kuss,
   Icel. koss.]
   1. To salute with the lips, as a mark of affection,
      reverence, submission, forgiveness, etc.
      
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            He . . . kissed her lips with such a clamorous
            smack,
            That at the parting all the church echoed. --Shak.
      
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   2. To touch gently, as if fondly or caressingly.
      
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            When the sweet wind did gently kiss the trees.
                                                  --Shak.
      
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