Canoodle
(verb)
To hug, kiss, or cuddle affectionately with someone, typically as a prelude to sexual activity.
Origin:
Early 20th century: probably from caressing noodle, later altered by association with spoon and cuddle.
Examples:
- The couple was canoodling on the couch.
- They spent the evening canoodling and watching a movie.
- The teenagers were caught canoodling in the park.
- The couple was seen canoodling at the restaurant.
- They enjoyed canoodling in front of the fireplace.