Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for KISS
KISS, v.t. [Sax. cyssan; G. küssen; D. kuschen; Sw. kyssa; Dan. kysser.]
- To salute with the lips.
- To treat with fondness; to caress. The hearts of princes kiss obedience. – Shak.
- To touch gently. When the sweet wind did gently kiss the trees. – Shak.
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