canoodlers
Publicly lovey-dovey pairs
Canoodlers are people who canoodle—who kiss, cuddle, and engage in affectionate physical intimacy.
The word suggests playful, amorous behavior rather than serious passion: The park bench was occupied by a pair of canoodlers.
It carries a slightly teasing or old-fashioned tone.
Seeking another's romantic favor
- flirtingPlayfully showing romantic interest
- wooingRomantic pursuit of another
- trystSecret romantic meeting
- rendezvousScheduled meeting at agreed location
infatuation · passion · amour · enamored · smitten · devotion · admirers · lovers
Gentle facial caress
- embraceHold closely in arms
- caressGentle loving touch
- fondleTouch lovingly
- nestleSettle into sheltered comfort
spooning · entwine · clasp · hold · squeeze · warmth · tenderness · togetherness
Lighthearted playful movement
- banterPlayful, teasing exchange
- teasingPlayful, mild ridicule
- mischievousPlayfully causing trouble
- flirtatiousPlayfully romantic in manner
coy · coquettish · roguish · frisky · cheeky · impish · tickling · giggling
courtship
Seeking another's romantic favor
- flirtingPlayfully showing romantic interest
- wooingRomantic pursuit of another
- trystSecret romantic meeting
rendezvous · infatuation · passion · amour · enamored · smitten · devotion · admirers · lovers · suitors
nuzzle
Gentle facial caress
nestle · spooning · entwine · clasp · hold · squeeze · warmth · tenderness · togetherness · bonding
frolic
Lighthearted playful movement
- banterPlayful, teasing exchange
- teasingPlayful, mild ridicule
- mischievousPlayfully causing trouble
flirtatious · coy · coquettish · roguish · frisky · cheeky · impish · tickling · giggling · whispering
canoodlersfighters
Those who engage physically
quarrelers · brawlers · combatants · adversaries · enemies