Puppy or kitty's "kiss" (4)

I believe the answer is:

lick

(Other definitions for lick that I've seen before include "Moisten" , "Personally clean" , "Beat; vigorous speed" , "(At a) fast pace - beat conclusively" , "little paint" .)

I've seen this clue in the USA Today.

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