cuddle

verb
UK: /ˈkʌdl/
US: /ˈkʌdl/

  1. To hold someone or something close in your arms to show affection.

    1. I cuddle my teddy bear every night before sleep.
    2. They like to cuddle on the couch while watching a movie, feeling content and loved.

  2. To lie or sit close together, usually to keep warm or show love.

    1. Let's cuddle by the fire because it is cold.
    2. During the storm, the kittens all cuddle together for warmth and reassurance.

Synonyms

hug snuggle embrace
cuddle noun

  1. A hug or an affectionate embrace.

    1. I need a cuddle from my mom.
    2. After a long day, all I wanted was a warm cuddle from my partner.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cuddle" in English means: To hold someone or something close in your arms to show affection., To lie or sit close together, usually to keep warm or show love..

The phonetic transcription of "cuddle" is /ˈkʌdl/ in British English and /ˈkʌdl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cuddle": hug, snuggle, embrace.

Example usage of "cuddle": "I cuddle my teddy bear every night before sleep.". More examples on the page.