Meaning of the word osculate in English
What does osculate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
osculate
US /ˈɑː.skjə.leɪt/
UK /ˈɒs.kjə.leɪt/
Verb
1.
to kiss
Example:
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The lovers paused to osculate under the moonlight.
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He leaned in to osculate her cheek.
2.
to come into contact or touch
Example:
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The two curves osculate at a single point.
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In geometry, two figures are said to osculate if they have a common tangent at a point.