An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection;
an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
To treat with tokens of fondness, affection, or kindness;
to touch or speak to in a loving or endearing manner; to fondle.
imp. of Stave.
1. A house or room artificially warmed or heated; a forcing house, or hothouse; a drying room; -- formerly, designating an artificially warme...
