nuzzle | ||
1. | [ verb ] move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position | |
Synonyms: | nestle snuggle cuddle 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 cuddle | |
2. | [ verb ] rub noses | |
Synonyms: | nose | |
Related terms: | caress nose | |
3. | [ verb ] dig out with the snout | |
Examples: | "the pig nuzzled the truffle" |
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Related terms: | excavate | |
Similar spelling: |
nozzle |