cuddle as a noun: - 1
as a verb: - 1
- 2
cuddle
noun
1 cuddle
A close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace.
synonyms: nestle, snuggle.
Dutch: knuffel
verb
1 cuddle
Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position:
— We cuddled against each other to keep warm.
synonyms: draw close, nest, nestle, nuzzle, snuggle.
Roget 902:
caress,
fondle,
pet,
dandle;
pat,
pat on the head,
pat on the cheek;
chuck under the chin,
smile upon,
coax,
wheedle,
cosset,
coddle,
cocker,
cockle;
make of,
make much of;
cherish,
foster,
kill with kindness.
clasp,
hug,
cuddle;
fold in one's arms,
strain in one's arms;
nestle,
nuzzle;
embrace,
kiss,
buss,
smack,
blow a kiss;
salute
etc.
(courtesy)
894;
fold to the heart,
press to the bosom.
bill and coo,
spoon,
toy,
dally,
flirt,
coquet;
gallivant,
galavant;
philander;
make love;
pay one's court to,
pay one's addresses to,
pay one's attentions to;
serenade;
court,
woo;
set one's cap at;
be sweet upon,
look sweet upon;
ogle,
cast sheep's eyes upon;
faire les yeux doux [Fr.].
fall in love with,
win the affections
etc.
(love)
897;
die for.
propose;
make an offer,
have an offer;
pop the question;
plight one's troth,
plight one's faith.
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Dutch: knuffelen, aanvlijen
2 cuddle
Hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth.
Dutch: knuffel, aanhalen, knuffelen, kroelen
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