snug·gle

[snuhg-uhl] verb, snug·gled, snug·gling, noun
verb (used without object)
1.
to lie or press closely, as for comfort or from affection; nestle; cuddle.
verb (used with object)
2.
to draw or press closely against, as for comfort or from affection.
noun
3.
the act of snuggling.

Origin:
1680–90; snug + -le

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snuggle (ˈsnʌɡəl) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
1.  (usually intr; usually foll by down, up, or together) to nestle into or draw close to (somebody or something) for warmth or from affection
 
n
2.  the act of snuggling
 
[C17: frequentative snug (vb)]

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Word Origin & History

snuggle
1687, frequentative form of snug.
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Example sentences
Then the thunder and crashing of the rain send them home to snuggle and cuddle.
They will snuggle up and ask to be petted, or scratched under the chin.
On a cold, snowy evening, several animals snuggle up to a hibernating bear in
  order to keep warm.
Snuggle up to your loved one in a horse-drawn carriage.
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