The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word KISSES
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What does KISSES mean?
KISSES verb- To touch with the lips or press the lips against, usually to show love or affection or passion, or as part of a greeting.
- To (cause to) touch lightly or slightly; to come into contact.
- Of two or more people, to touch each other's lips together, usually to express love or affection or passion.
- To treat with fondness.
- A touch with the lips, usually to express love or affection, or as a greeting.
- An 'X' mark placed at the end of a letter or other type of message.
- A type of filled chocolate candy, shaped as if someone had kissed the top. See Hershey's Kisses.