What is "cuddle" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does cuddle mean in English? Meaning of cuddle definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "cuddle" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "cuddle": a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

Noun

  • Meaning: a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
  • Synonyms: cuddle nestle snuggle
  • Hypernyms: embrace embracement embracing
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈkʌ.dl/

    Meaning of "cuddle": move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

    Verb

  • Meaning: move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
  • Example: We cuddled against each other to keep warm The children snuggled into their sleeping bags
  • Synonyms: cuddle draw close nest nestle nuzzle snuggle
  • Hypernyms: cling to clutch hold close hold tight
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈkʌ.dl/

    Meaning of "cuddle": hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth

    Verb

  • Meaning: hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth
  • Example: I cuddled the baby
  • Synonyms: cuddle
  • Hypernyms: bosom embrace hug squeeze
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈkʌ.dl/

    Synonyms:

    caress, snuggle, clasp, nuzzle, fondle, huddle, hug, love, enfold, snug, pet, cosset, bundle, dandle, nestle, burrow, embrace, kiss, touch, curl up, feel up,

    Antonyms:

    release, let go, push away,

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