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Noun

cuddle ‎(plural cuddles)

1. A snuggle; an affectionate embrace, often given to family members and close friends.

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Verb

cuddle ‎(third-person singular simple present cuddles, present participle cuddling, simple past and past participle cuddled)

1. (intransitive) To embrace affectionately, lie together snugly.

   The young lovers cuddled on the couch.

2. (transitive) To cradle in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.

   She cuddled the infant before bedtime.

   I'm cold; can you roll over here and cuddle me, honey?

3. To lie close or snug; to crouch; to nestle.
   • Prior

     She cuddles low beneath the brake; / Nor would she stay, nor dares she fly.

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