26984 words

cuddle

5 definitions • 7 examples
1
to put your arms around someone and hold them in a loving way, or (of two people) to hold each other close to show love or for comfort:

Examples:

She cuddled the baby and eventually it stopped crying.
They sat in the back row of the cinema kissing and cuddling.
2
the act of putting your arms around someone or around each other and holding them or each other in a loving way:

Examples:

Come here and give me a cuddle.
"You need a cuddle," Cora whispered.
3
to put your arms around someone and hold him or her in a loving way, or of two people, to hold each other close for affection or comfort:

Examples:

[ T ] She cuddled the baby in her arms.
4
To cuddle up is to sit or lie close to someone or something:

Examples:

[ I ] I like to cuddle up in front of the fireplace with a good book.
5
an act of being held close by someone for affection or comfort:

Examples:

I need a cuddle.

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