cuddle

Definitions


[ˈkʌdl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- hold close in one's arms as a way of showing love or affection
(e.g: he cuddles the baby close)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 16th century (rare before the 18th century): of unknown origin


[ˈkʌdl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- a prolonged and affectionate hug
(e.g: he just wanted a comforting kiss and a cuddle)


Phrases:

Origin:
early 16th century (rare before the 18th century): of unknown origin




definition by Oxford Dictionaries