Letter K

Kiss

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A touch or caress with the lips.

'The anatomical juxtaposition of two orbicularis oris muscles in a state of contraction.' -- Henry Gibbons, Sr., MD (1808-1884) (This definition does not apply universally as a kiss can also refer to the single application of one's lips against anything else.)

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