CUDDLE Synonyms
There are 18 hypernyms of the word cuddle. (close relations)
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| nestle | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • lie in a sheltered position • position comfortably | ||||||
| snuggle | verbv | |||||
noun • a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • position comfortably | ||||||
| nuzzle | verbv | |||||
verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • rub noses • dig out with the snout | ||||||
| caress | verbv | |||||
noun • a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it) verb • touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner | ||||||
| embrace | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection) • the state of taking in or encircling • a close affectionate and protective acceptance verb • include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory • hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness • take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own | ||||||
| hug | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a tight or amorous embrace verb • hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness • fit closely or tightly | ||||||
| nest | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young • a kind of gun emplacement • a cosy or secluded retreat • a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality • furniture pieces made to fit close together verb • inhabit a nest, usually after building • fit together or fit inside • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • gather nests | ||||||
| draw close | verbv | |||||
verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • move towards • pull towards oneself | ||||||
