SpellRight

SpellRight › Spelling

Uncommon

kissing

The correct spelling is kissing.

How to pronounce kissing

/ˈkɪs.ɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈkɪs.ɪŋ/

Say it like: Kis-sin-g

The correct spelling is kissing. To touch with the lips or press the lips against, usually to show love or affection or passion, or as part of a greeting. For example: "His ball kissed the black into the corner pocket."

Usage Examples

His ball kissed the black into the corner pocket.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To touch with the lips or press the lips against, usually to show love or affection or passion, or as part of a greeting.
  2. 2.To (cause to) touch lightly or slightly; to come into contact.
  3. 3.Of two or more people, to touch each other's lips together, usually to express love or affection or passion.
  4. 4.To treat with fondness.

adjective

  1. 1.That kisses.
  2. 2.Just touching.

noun

  1. 1.The act of giving a kiss.

Similar words

Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.

View synonyms & usage examples