Snug (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Offering safety; well protected or concealed; "a snug harbor"; "a snug hideout".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 2
Enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space; "a cozy nook near the fire"; "snug in bed"; "a snug little apartment".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
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Meaning 3
Fitting closely but comfortably; "a close fit".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The child wore a snug pair of mittens to keep her hands warm in the cold winter.
- She zipped up her snug jacket and stepped outside into the rain.
- The couple had found a snug little cabin in the woods where they spent their honeymoon.
- He had bought a new snug pair of boots that were perfect for hiking.
- The puppy curled up in its snug dog bed and fell asleep immediately.
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Meaning 4
Well and tightly constructed; "a snug house"; "a snug little sailboat".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The cottage was a snug little retreat from the harsh winter weather outside.
- She loved her new apartment, with its snug bedroom and cozy reading nook.
- The family felt safe and secure in their snug home, protected from the storm.
- The sailboat was a snug vessel, its sturdy design making it perfect for navigating rough seas.
- The tourists found a snug cabin in the mountains, where they spent their winter vacation.