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Definition of snuggling - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
affectionate closenessact of lying or sitting close to someone comfortably
- The cat's snuggling on the sofa was adorable..
Adjective
1.
comfortnestling comfortably in a cozy position
- She found a snuggling spot on the couch with her blanket.
2.
emotionevoking feelings of closeness and affection
- The snuggling atmosphere made everyone feel at home.
Origin of snuggling
English, snug (comfortable) + -ling (diminutive)
Terms with snuggling included in their meaning
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comfort
suitable for snuggling due to softness or warmth
Examples of snuggling in a sentence
The puppies' snuggling was heartwarming to watch. The cat found a snuggling spot in the sun. He enjoyed a snuggling position by the fire. The snuggling blanket was perfect for the cold night. They enjoyed the snuggling ambiance of the cozy café.
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- French:câlins, douillet, ...
- German:kuscheln, gemütlich, ...
- Italian:coccole, rannicchiati, ...
- Spanish:acurrucarse, acurrucado, ...
- Portuguese:aconchego, aninhado, ...
- Chinese:偎依, 依偎, ...
- Japanese:寄り添うこと, くつろいでいる, ...
- Arabic:تَدافُؤ, مُتَدَثِّر, ...
- Hebrew:הִתְכַּרְבְּלוּת, מִתְכַּרְבֵּל, ...
- Russian:обнимание, уютно устроившийся, ...
- Ukrainian:обійми, затишний, ...
- Hindi:सटकर बैठने या लेटने का भाव, आरामदायक, ...
Definition of snuggle - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
- They snuggle together under the warm blanket.
2.
- She snuggled into the soft couch with a book.
Noun
1.
- They enjoyed a quiet snuggle on the couch..
2.
- They shared a warm snuggle on the couch.
Expressions with snuggle
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get comfortable in bed or a cozy place to rest
She snuggled down under the covers and closed her eyes.
move close to someone for warmth or comfort
The child snuggled up to her mother on the couch.
lie or sit closely for warmth, comfort, or affection
They snuggle up on the couch every evening.
pet name for someone who brings warmth and care
He called her his snuggle bunny when she was upset.
Origin of snuggle
Unknown, possibly Scandinavian origin
Examples of snuggle in a sentence
They snuggle on the couch every evening. He snuggled under the warm blankets. The cat snuggled against her leg. A snuggle with her cat made her day. They had a snuggle before bedtime. A snuggle from her cat made her day.
He gave his daughter a goodnight snuggle.
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- French:se blottir, câlin, ...
- German:kuscheln, Kuscheln, ...
- Italian:coccolarsi, coccola, ...
- Spanish:acurrucarse, acurrucamiento, ...
- Portuguese:aninhar-se, aconchego, ...
- Chinese:依偎, 偎靠, ...
- Japanese:寄り添う, 心地よい位置, ...
- Arabic:تَعَانَقَ, اِحْتِضَان, ...
- Hebrew:לְהִתְכַּרְבֵּל, הִתְכַּרְבְּלוּת, ...
- Russian:прижиматься, объятие, ...
- Ukrainian:пригорнутися, обійми, ...
- Hindi:सटकर लेटना, आरामदायक स्थिति, ...
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