Snugging: meaning, definitions and examples

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snugging

 

[ snʌɡɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

cuddle closely

Snugging refers to the act of cuddling closely with someone or something, often to provide comfort and warmth. It implies a cozy, affectionate embrace that enhances feelings of intimacy and security.

Synonyms

cuddling, nestling, snuggling.

Examples of usage

  • I love snugging my puppy on a cold night.
  • They spent the evening snugging on the couch while watching movies.
  • Snugging under a warm blanket made the chilly evening much more enjoyable.

Translations

Translations of the word "snugging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abraço confortável

🇮🇳 सुखद आलिंगन

🇩🇪 kuscheln

🇮🇩 pelukan nyaman

🇺🇦 затишне обіймання

🇵🇱 przytulanie

🇯🇵 心地よい抱擁

🇫🇷 câlin confortable

🇪🇸 abrazo acogedor

🇹🇷 rahat kucaklama

🇰🇷 편안한 포옹

🇸🇦 عناق مريح

🇨🇿 útulné objímání

🇸🇰 útulné objatie

🇨🇳 舒适的拥抱

🇸🇮 udobno objemanje

🇮🇸 þægilegt faðmlag

🇰🇿 жайлы құшақтау

🇬🇪 მყუდრო ჩახუტება

🇦🇿 rahat qucaqlaşma

🇲🇽 abrazo acogedor

Etymology

The term 'snugging' originates from the verb 'snug', which dates back to the 15th century, derived from the Old Norse word 'snuggr', meaning 'snug' or 'tight'. It evolved in the English language to convey the idea of comfort and warmth, particularly associated with close physical proximity. Over centuries, the term has expanded to encompass not only physical closeness but also emotional bonding through affectionate gestures. 'Snug' was often used in the context of clothing that fit closely or a space that felt warm and secure. Snugging, therefore, embodies both the literal and figurative aspects of this comfort-oriented concept.