Definitions for cuddle
ˈkʌd lcud·dle

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cuddle, nestle, snuggleverb

   a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

2. cuddle, snuggle, nestle, nest, nuzzle, draw closeverb

   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"

3. cuddleverb

   hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth

   "I cuddled the baby"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cuddlenoun

   A snuggle; an affectionate embrace, often used in conjunction with family members and close friends.

2. cuddleverb

   To embrace affectionately, lie together snugly.

   The young lovers cuddled on the couch.

3. cuddleverb

   To cradle in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.

4. Etymology: Origin uncertain, but probably from a frequentative form of *, cuththen, keththen, a variant of cuthen, kuthen, kithen, from cuth, couth, equivalent to. Cognate with kudden. More at couth.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. To Cuddleverb

   a low word, To lye close; to squat.

   Etymology: I believe, without etymology.

   Have you mark’d a partridge quake,
   Viewing the tow’ring faulcon nigh?
   She cuddles low behind the brake;
   Nor would she stay, nor dares she fly. Matthew Prior.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cuddle

   A hug is a form of endearment, universal in most human communities, in which two or more people put their arms around the neck, back, or waist of one another and hold each other closely. If more than two people are involved, it may be referred to as a group hug. Hugs can last for any duration.

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1. cuddle

   Cuddle refers to the act of holding someone or something closely in one's arms to express affection or warmth, often involving physical contact and comfort. It can also pertain to the action of snuggling or hugging tightly, typically to show love, friendship, or intimacy.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cuddleverb

   to lie close or snug; to crouch; to nestle

2. Cuddleverb

   to embrace closely; to fondle

3. Cuddlenoun

   a close embrace

4. Etymology: [Prob. for couthle, fr. couth known; cf. OE. kuen to cuddle, or culechen to make friends with. SeeCouth, Uncouth, Can.]

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Cuddle

   kud′l, v.t. to hug: to embrace: to fondle.—v.i. to lie close and snug together.—n. a close embrace. [Perh. a freq. of M. E. couth, cosy.]

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. cuddle

   To hug and express love.

   They did cuddle lovingly together on the sofa and listened to some beautiful music.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on March 14, 2020  

Matched Categories

1. • Embrace

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How to pronounce cuddle?

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How to say cuddle in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of cuddle in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of cuddle in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4

Examples of cuddle in a Sentence

1. Joanna Slade:

   David Deutchman was a very soothing presence to our children, david Deutchman would always be there to cuddle the child when the parents or family couldn't be there.

2. Nicola Turner:

   It’s like a cuddle for the stomach.

3. Lisa Damour:

   It is as simple as saying, to younger kids,' Do you want to cuddle ?' And make it clear that you will take no for an answer. No hard feelings, for teenagers, especially if they are hurting, I think it is great to say,' Can I give you a hug ?'.

4. Shah Asad Rizvi:

   Take a breath, take a stance, don’t rush forward or hold back, close your eyes, and let the mind relax. As anxious feet retreat to the cuddle of melodies, begin the journey of dance and the sacred path

5. Ryan Phillippe:

   He loves to cuddle and meet new friends (human canine) and has quickly adjusted to life in his new home environment, benji also enjoys squeaky toys, outdoor adventures, and anything he is allowed (or not allowed) to eat. He is the happiest, smartest boy, and I’m so grateful to be his person.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=cuddle
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Cuddle
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=cuddle
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuddle
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cuddle
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=cuddle
8. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=cuddle