cuddle | ||
1. | [ verb ] move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position | |
Synonyms: | nestle snuggle nuzzle draw_close nest | |
Examples: | "We cuddled against each other to keep warm" "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags" |
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Related terms: | cling_to draw_close nestle caressing | |
2. | [ verb ] hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth | |
Examples: | "I cuddled the baby" |
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Related terms: | embrace | |
3. | [ noun ] a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace | |
Synonyms: | snuggle nestle | |
Related terms: | embrace | |
Similar spelling: |
cuttle cuddly coddle |