necking
9 synonyms for necking, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Informal: passionate kissing and cuddling.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “necking” mean?
The word “necking” means informal: passionate kissing and cuddling. In plain terms, kissing and cuddling intensely, or (in giraffes) a neck-swinging contest for dominance.
How do you use “necking” in a sentence?
Here is “necking” used in a sentence: “The couple were necking on the park bench.”
What part of speech is “necking”?
“Necking” is a noun.
How many meanings does “necking” have?
“Necking” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: passionate kissing and cuddling.
