foreplay
noun/ˈfɔrˌpleɪ/
Frequency rank: #12,897 most common English word
Meaning
sexual activity that precedes intercourse, intended to increase arousal and emotional connection.
Example sentence
Many relationship experts emphasize that foreplay is an important part of intimacy between partners.
Synonyms & related words
- stimulation
- arousal
- petting
- prelude
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