Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Fondle \Fon"dle\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Fondled}; p. pr. & vb. n.
   {Fondling}.] [From {Fond}, v.]
   To treat or handle with tenderness or in a loving manner; to
   caress; as, a nurse fondles a child.

   Syn: Syn.- See {Caress}.

Source : WordNet®

fondle
     v : touch lightly and with affection, with brushing motions; "He
         stroked his long beard" [syn: {stroke}]