Definitions

1. verb

to fondle or caress gently, especially a pet

“She was coodling her adorable puppy on the couch.”

2. verb

to talk or write in a gentle and friendly way

“The politician tried to coodle with the press by giving a soft interview.”

3. noun

a gentle, soothing, or affectionate action

“The coodle from the mother cat helped calm down the frightened kitten.”