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canoodle
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ca·noo·dle  (k-ndl)
v. ca·noo·dled, ca·noo·dling, ca·noo·dles Informal
v.intr.
To engage in caressing, petting, or lovemaking.
v.tr.
To win over or convince by cajoling or flattering; wheedle: "his matchless ability to charm, bamboozle, or canoodle most of his political associates" Timothy Garton Ash.

[Akin to English dialectal canoodle, donkey, fool, one who is foolish in love.]

ca·noodler n.

canoodle
Verb
[-dling, -dled] Slang to kiss and cuddle [origin unknown]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Verb1.canoodle - fondle or pet affectionately
pet - stroke or caress gently; "pet the lamb"

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