Cuddler: meaning, definitions and examples

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cuddler

 

[ หˆkสŒdlษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

person

A person who cuddles or enjoys cuddling, typically in a romantic or affectionate manner.

Synonyms

hugger, snuggler.

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Word Description / Examples
cuddler

A person who likes to physically cuddle with others for comfort and affection. This term does not have a negative connotation and is often used in an affectionate, warm sense.

  • Sarah is such a cuddler; she always gives the best hugs.
  • As soon as the movie started, the little boy turned into a cuddler and nuzzled next to his mom.
snuggler

A person or an animal that likes to snuggle, which involves closely nestling or pressing together for warmth and affection. It is usually used in an intimate, cozy context.

  • Every night, the snuggler cat finds its way into my bed, curling up right next to me.
  • On cold nights, my dog becomes a snuggler, cuddling up under the blankets with me.
hugger

A person who enjoys giving hugs. This term can be used both positively and neutrally, depending on the situation. It is generally used in an informal, friendly context.

  • John is known as the office hugger; he greets everyone with a big hug.
  • If you have a bad day, Jessica, the hugger, will always be there to cheer you up with a warm embrace.

Examples of usage

  • She's such a cuddler, always wanting to snuggle up on the couch.
  • He's a natural cuddler, making everyone feel warm and loved.
Context #2 | Noun

animal

An animal, especially a pet, that loves to cuddle and be close to its owner.

Synonyms

cuddle bug, snuggler.

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cuddler

This term is used to describe someone who enjoys giving or receiving hugs and embraces frequently. It can be applied in both casual and affectionate contexts.

  • 'She's such a cuddler; she always looks for an excuse to hug someone
  • ' 'My cat is a real cuddler, always sitting on my lap
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snuggler

Someone who seeks comfort through close physical contact, similar to a 'cuddler,' but often implies a sense of coziness and warmth. It can refer to people or pets and is commonly used in a comforting or loving context.

  • 'During the winter, my boyfriend turns into a snuggler
  • ' 'This blanket makes me feel like a snuggler on cold nights
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cuddle bug

A playful and endearing term for someone, often a child or a pet, who loves to cuddle. It is typically used in informal and affectionate settings. It's a bit more cute and whimsical.

  • 'My daughter is a true cuddle bug, always wanting to snuggle up with me
  • ' 'Our dog is a cuddle bug; he won't sleep unless he's next to us
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Examples of usage

  • My dog is a total cuddler, always curling up next to me on the bed.
  • The kitten is a little cuddler, always nuzzling against my neck.

Translations

Translations of the word "cuddler" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น abraรงador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฒเฅ‡ เคฒเค—เคพเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Knuddler

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penggendong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฑั–ะนะผะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przytulacz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ฐใ™ใ‚‹ไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cรขlineur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abrazador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sarฤฑlgan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ์˜นํ•˜๋Š” ์‚ฌ๋žŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูุนุงู†ูู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mazlรญlek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ maznรกฤik

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹ฅๆŠฑ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ objemalec

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ knรบsari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑัˆะฐา›ั‚ะฐัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒคแƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qucaqlayan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abrazador

Etymology

The word 'cuddler' originated from the verb 'cuddle', which dates back to the 16th century. The verb 'cuddle' is believed to have derived from Middle English 'couth' meaning 'known' or 'familiar'. Over time, 'cuddle' evolved to refer to affectionate physical closeness and the term 'cuddler' emerged to describe someone who enjoys or engages in cuddling.

See also: cuddling.