snuggle
to lie or press closely, as for comfort or from affection; nestle; cuddle: When I wake up early, the children will often come and snuggle beside me when they hear me moving.
to draw or press closely against, as for comfort or from affection: She loves spending time snuggling her three dogs, hiking, and traveling.
the act of lying or pressing closely against someone or something for comfort or from affection: We're having our regular evening snuggle with the cat.
snuggle up,
to sit or lie comfortably, warmly, and cozily, especially while holding or cuddling something or someone: The holidays are the perfect time to snuggle up with a steaming mug of hot chocolate and a good film.
to become friendly with, especially to further one's own ends; cozy up: The CEO is snuggling up to the mayor, hoping to get support from the city for this new project.
Origin of snuggle
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British Dictionary definitions for snuggle
/ (ˈsnʌɡəl) /
(usually intr; usually foll by down, up, or together) to nestle into or draw close to (somebody or something) for warmth or from affection
the act of snuggling
Origin of snuggle
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