cuddling
cud-dling
noun
The act of holding someone or something closely and affectionately for comfort.
"We enjoyed a long cuddling session on the sofa."
verb
Holding someone or something closely and affectionately, often for warmth or comfort.
"They were cuddling on the sofa, watching a film."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: snuggling, necking, caressing, petting, hugging, kissing, fondling, smooching