English

Alternative forms

• cuddle bunny, cuddle-bunny, snuggle-bunny

Noun

snuggle bunny ‎(plural snuggle bunnies)

1. (US, idiomatic) A romantic partner, child, pet, stuffed animal, etc. which is an object of affection and which provides comfort through physical contact.
   • 2000 Aug. 2, "Snuggle Bunny," Southeast Missourian, p. 8B (retrieved 12 Sep. 2011):

     Howie is a 3-month-old brown rabbit that is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri, 2536 Bountin Dr. Howie is housebroken, affectionate, calm and makes a great snuggle bunny.

   • 2003, Stephen King, Wizard and Glass: The Dark Tower IV, ISBN 9780451210876, p. 181:

     “He ain't throwing us over for some little snuggle-bunny with pimples on her tits.”

   • 2006, Ida Nelle Daily Hollaway, Lydia's Life, ISBN 9781597819275, p. 273:

     “With Matthew going to be six in January and Leah three in June, I think it will feel good to have a snuggle bunny around again.”

   • 2009, Robert K. Tanenbaum, Capture, ISBN 9781439148600, p. 172:

     “How is my little Murry Wurry snuggle bunny, by the way?” . . .

     “[T]he last time I spoke with him, he was missing you.”

     “Aaawww, I miss him too,” Stupenagel cooed. “He's going to be one worn-out lover boy after I get home.”