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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024fon•dle /ˈfɑndəl/USA pronunciation v. [~ + object], -dled, -dling. - to handle or touch lovingly, affectionately, or tenderly;
caress:fondled their newborn baby. - to molest sexually by touching, stroking, etc.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024fon•dle (fon′dl),USA pronunciation v., -dled, -dling. v.t. - to handle or touch lovingly, affectionately, or tenderly;
caress:to fondle a precious object; to fondle a child. - [Obs.]to treat with fond indulgence.
v.i. - to show fondness, as by manner, words, or caresses.
- fond (verb, verbal) (derivative of fond1) + -le 1685–95
- 1.See corresponding entry in Unabridged cuddle, snuggle, pet, pat, stroke.
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