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snuggly

American  
[snuhg-lee] / ˈsnʌg li /

adjective

snugglier, snuggliest
  1. suited for snuggling; warm, comfortable, or soft.

    The dry leaf litter acts as a snuggly bed for hibernating hedgehogs.

  2. physically affectionate; prone to snuggling.

    Our new puppy fits right in and is incredibly snuggly and playful.


adverb

  1. in a manner suited for snuggling with or in; comfortably or warmly.

    Our flannel sheets are snuggly soft, perfect for those chilly winter days.

Etymology

Origin of snuggly

First recorded in 1900–05; snuggle ( def. ) + -y 1 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Satellite photos show that the space was vacant in 2019 and then, year by year, the pitch can be seen beginning to take shape, fitting in snuggly right up against the wall.

From BBC Jan. 20, 2026

Known for snuggly sheets, Brooklinen’s jammies are just as impressive.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 1, 2023

She got married five years ago, and her snuggly new husband turned out to be a snorer.

From Seattle Times Jun. 2, 2023

But for people with cat allergies, cats aren't cute, snuggly pets.

From Salon Feb. 13, 2023

It isn’t the snuggly fit it used to be, but it feels good.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper

But even the snuggliest homebody can be drawn to the peaceful appeal of bare surfaces and open interior spaces, otherwise Marie Kondo's "Tidying Up" would not have been such a huge hit.

From Salon Feb. 12, 2022

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