cuddle Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
nestle; snuggle.
verb move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
nuzzle; nest; nestle; draw close; snuggle.
- We cuddled against each other to keep warm
- The children snuggled into their sleeping bags
verb hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth
- I cuddled the baby

Prob. for couthle, fr. couth known; cf. OE. kuppen to cuddle, or culechen to make friends with. SeeCouth, Uncouth, Can.

imperfect & past participle Cuddled present participle & verbal noun Cuddling

To ie close or snug; to crouch; to nestle.
She cuddles low beneath the brake; Nor would she stay, nor dares she fly. Prior.