snuggle

[snuhg-uhl]

verb (used without object)

snuggled, snuggling 

1. 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.

verb (used with object)

snuggled, snuggling 

1. to draw or press closely against, as for comfort or from affection.

   She loves spending time snuggling her three dogs, hiking, and traveling.

noun

1. 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.

verb phrase

1. snuggle up

   1. 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.

   2. 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.

snuggle

/ ˈsnʌɡəl /

verb

1. (usually intr; usually foll by down, up, or together) to nestle into or draw close to (somebody or something) for warmth or from affection

noun

1. the act of snuggling

Word History and Origins

Origin of snuggle¹

First recorded in 1680–90; snug + -le

Word History and Origins

Origin of snuggle¹

C17: frequentative _snug (vb)

Example Sentences

In a matter of seconds, Woo is snuggled up to the laundry units, licking the parmesan and oregano off the bread.

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The children bowed and snuggled back into their pillow fort.

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Alexander snuggled his head into his pillow and closed his eyes.

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That afternoon, the boy snuggled with Lisa after his nap and recited “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” to her as he turned the pages of the children’s book.

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Then he snuggled into his nest and fell asleep.

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Related Words

• curl up 
• huddle