adj
Meaning 1
Of or relating to kissing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: formal
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Standard Lemma guide
osculatory
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adj
Meaning 2
Relating to, or having the properties of, an osculatrix; capable of osculation.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: geometry, mathematics, sciences
Examples
- A circle may be osculatory with a curve, at a given point.
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noun
Meaning 3
A religious tablet, usually carrying a representation of Christ or the Virgin Mary, which is kissed by the priest during the Mass ("kiss of peace"); it is then passed to others at the mass who also kiss it.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: Christianity
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History
Etymology
From osculate + -ory.
From Latin ōsculātōrium.