tongue bath
The term "tongue bath" can describe actions in both the animal kingdom and human interactions, ranging from grooming to exaggerated praise.
Definition
B1Animal Behavior
(common)The act of an animal cleaning itself or another by licking.
Example
- The cat gave itself a tongue bath after finishing its meal.
C1Human Interaction
(informal, idiomatic)Excessive or overly flattering praise.
Example
- The speech was nothing more than a tongue bath, full of insincere compliments.
C2Intimacy
(informal, euphemistic)The act of licking another person's body in a sensual manner.
Example
- They shared a private moment, ending with a playful tongue bath.
Similar
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