snuggle

verb

snug·​gle ˈsnə-gəl 

snuggled; snuggling ˈsnə-g(ə-)liŋ 

intransitive verb

: to curl up comfortably or cozily

transitive verb

1

: to draw close especially for comfort or in affection

2

: to make snug

snuggle noun

Synonyms

• curl up
• nestle
• snug

Examples of snuggle in a Sentence

The puppy snuggled up against the sleeping boy.

The boy snuggled close to his mother.

The dog snuggled its nose between the pillows.

The baby snuggled his head against my chest.

Recent Examples on the Web

The rescue shared a video of the puppies playing and snuggling with their mom, captivating Instagram users. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024

Other photos in the post included Chopra snuggling with Malti and applying fake nails on her hands. —Escher Walcott, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024

Warm and cozy, pajamas are just about the perfect complement to evenings snuggled up by the fireplace with your favorite Christmas movies streaming in the background. —Marisa Spyker, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2024

It’s got the same fleece material on the inside and outside, a plus for anyone who snuggles up with you, a kangaroo pocket in the top and two hip pockets in the pants. —Clint Davis, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

frequentative of snug entry 1

First Known Use

1687, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Kids Definition

snuggle

verb

snug·​gle ˈsnəg-əl 

snuggled; snuggling -(ə-)liŋ 

1

: to curl up comfortably or cozily : cuddle

2

: to pull in close especially for comfort or in affection : nestle