hickey

/ˈhɪk.i/

HꞮK · i (2 syllables)

English Noun Top 18,213
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Definition

A bruise-like mark made during petting by pressing the mouth to the skin on one’s partner’s body and sucking.

Etymology

Unknown.

Example Sentences

  • "But Louis Vuitton bras all over your breasts / Got me wanting to put hickeys all over your chest"
  • "When it comes to hickeys, the best I can tell you is that a lot of girls cover them with makeup or a turtleneck shirt. But let me close with a final thought. Never be ashamed of your hickeys. Show them off proudly as badges of love."
  • "Years ago, there were internal company standards for dark center (ink color) hickeys and for white voids in solids/type."
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