fondling
/ˈfɑndlɪŋ/
noun
- A person who is treated with affection or indulgence, often a child or pet.
- He called his puppy a fondling and spoiled it with treats.
- The little girl was the fondling of the whole family.
- As the youngest, she was the fondling of her older siblings.
verb
- Present participle of fondle; to touch or stroke gently in a loving or affectionate way.
- He sat fondling a lock of her hair while they talked.
- She was fondling the kitten's soft fur.
- The mother was fondling her baby's cheek.