The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word NOOKY
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More clues leading to the result NOOKY
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What does NOOKY mean?
NOOKY noun- Sexual intercourse or other sexual activity, especially if illicit.
- A pacifier.
- Like a nook; small and secluded or cosy.