Used to express close affection, typically in private or intimate settings.

Intimacy Indicator

Can suggest a playful, flirtatious action, less serious than a passionate kiss.

Often Playful

May be considered inappropriate in formal or public situations depending on the culture.

Public Perception

Verb form focuses on the act of kissing to show affection or love.

Shows Affection

Often used to mark a special moment or occasion between two people.

Moment Highlight

Implies a light-hearted, affectionate action without the intensity of passion.

Conveys Playfulness

 She rushes past me and she greets her pup and she coaxes him into the water. They meet with this underwater nose-to-nose, I call it a kiss of recognition. It's like smooch, are you my mom? Are you my pup or are you an impostor?

Smooch