French kiss

Definition

A kiss in the French style, variously understood as:

Etymology

Originally in reference to a common French greeting. Later, from English and American associations of the French people with sexual boldness (see French), with probable influence from earlier English and continuing European association of the French with oral sex. (See to french.)

Example Sentences

• "She showed me the French kiss where you stick your tongue out, but I didn't like it."
• "Simple lip kissing may be extended into a deep kiss (a French kiss or soul kiss, in the college parlance) which may involve more or less extensive tongue contacts."
• "I do not think there would be any harm in sending him a French kiss. It is what no English lawyer can object to, it being only justice to make both sides of the face alike."