licking in the PONS Dictionary

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Social licking often occurs in tandem with head rubbing; it is generally mutual and the recipient appears to express pleasure.
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This expression is often followed by a slight smile and even eager licking of the upper lip.
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Compare that to the licking scene.
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That's a greasy desire, nicely buttered, like the licking of roast meat, my daily activity.
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Communal licking is common in several primate species.
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Such licking is longer and slower, as compared to the brief licking of faces during a greeting.
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Nonetheless, licking does play a role for humans.
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Removal of the salivary glands of mice and rats slows wound healing, and communal licking of wounds among rodents accelerates wound healing.
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One theory is that excessive licking causes endorphin release, which reduces pain and makes the dog feel euphoric temporarily.
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Studies in rats have shown correlations between maternal care in terms of the parental licking of offspring and epigenetic changes.
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