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'''Kissing''' is the action of pressing one's [[lips]] against something or someone as a sign of affection.

'''Kissing''' is the action of pressing one's [[lips]] against something or someone as a sign of affection.

The meaning of a kiss can vary considerably. In many cultures kissing on the mouth is a private and intimate expression of love and desire by courting or married couples.  Kissing somebody on the cheek or forehead is a sign of affection, for example between family members. In some formal settings, gentlemen are expected to kiss the hand of a lady when introduced.  Kissing a ring on the hand of a bishop or royal is a sign of respect or devotion. There is a longstanding [[Roman Catholic]] tradition of kissing the [[Pope]]'s ring in this way.

The meaning of a kiss can vary considerably. Kissing somebody on the cheek or forehead is a sign of affection, for example between family members. In some formal settings, gentlemen are expected to kiss the hand of a lady when introduced.  Kissing a ring on the hand of a bishop or royal is a sign of respect or devotion. In many cultures kissing on the mouth is a private and intimate expression of love and desire by courting or married couples.

People sometimes kiss inanimate objects such as their own possessions as an eccentric display of affection or gratitude to them.  Prostrating oneself and kissing the ground can be an expression of relief shown by those returning to their homeland after a long absence.  Pope [[John Paul II]] was noted for kissing the ground on arrival at various airports on his Papal visits.

People sometimes kiss inanimate objects such as their own possessions as an eccentric display of affection or gratitude to them.  Prostrating oneself and kissing the ground can be an expression of relief shown by those returning to their homeland after a long absence.  Pope [[John Paul II]] was noted for kissing the ground on arrival at various airports on his Papal visits.