Cuddle (Verb)
Meaning 1
Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position; "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"; "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 2
Hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth; "I cuddled the baby".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The mother cuddled her newborn child tightly as she held her in her lap for the first time.
- As I was cold and scared, I cuddled my favorite pillow and fell asleep instantly.
- After a long day, she cuddled her cat and let its soft purrs lull her to sleep.
- He cuddled his girlfriend close as they watched the stars together on a warm summer night.
- After her pet dog got scared during the thunderstorm, she cuddled it in her arms to provide comfort.