kuolaukset
Kuolaukset, in Finnish, refers to the act of sucking or licking, often associated with expressing affection or soothing oneself. While primarily a human behavior, particularly in infants and young children, the term can also be applied metaphorically to animals.
In the context of infants, kuolaukset are a natural reflex and a key part of their development.
The term can also be used to describe the licking behavior of animals. For example, a dog
Figuratively, kuolaukset can sometimes imply a lingering or obsessive focus on something desirable, like a person