snogging

noun (snogging — uncountable); verb form (snog, snogs, snogged, snogging); noun (a snog)

«snogging» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(slang, UK, Ireland, Australia) Snogging is kissing for a long time, usually between a couple who are in love or going out together. tree →
(slang) A snog is one such long kiss. tree →

In the lessons

It is a casual, cheeky word used by teenagers and adults, and in funny children's books about older siblings ("Yuck! They're snogging!"). It is not used in formal writing. Phrases: "caught snogging", "a quick snog", "snogging on the sofa".

Examples

(slang) My big sister was snogging her boyfriend at the bus stop. tree →
(slang) "Eww, they're snogging!" shouted my little brother at the film. tree →
(slang) The teachers caught two Year 11s snogging behind the gym. tree →
(slang) There's too much snogging in this film. tree →
(slang) He gave her a snog at the end of the party. tree →

Note

It is informal and mainly British, Irish, Australian and New Zealand slang; Americans say "making out". The past is "snogged" (double g). Children use it mostly to tease. In formal writing say "kissing".

On Mova

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