Osculation

[os-kyuh-ley-shuhn]

Part of speech: noun

  1. the act of kissing or embracing; a touching or joining at a point

Examples of

Osculation

in a sentence

  • Their osculations in public displayed their affection for each other.
  • The osculations of the branches created a natural archway.

Did you Know?

Osculation is derived from the Latin word osculatio, meaning “a kissing.” It refers to the act of kissing, embracing, or touching at a point. In mathematics, osculation describes the contact of two curves at a common point. Recognizing the significance of osculation in both physical and symbolic contexts can enhance appreciation for human connections and mathematical relationships.

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