v. fon·dled, fon·dling, fon·dles v.tr. 1. To handle, stroke, or touch lovingly. See Synonyms at caress. 2. To handle, stroke, or touch sexually and inappropriately. 3. Obsolete To treat with indulgence and solicitude; pamper. v.intr. 1. To show fondness or affection by stroking or touching. 2. To touch, stroke, or handle someone or something sexually and inappropriately. [Frequentative of FOND1, to show fondness for (obsolete).] fondler n. |
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