cuddle

• Substantiv, das eine enge, liebevolle Umarmung bezeichnet, oft mit sanftem und warmem Halten einer Person verbunden.

A noun referring to a close, affectionate embrace or hug, typically involving holding someone gently and warmly.

1. Affectionate embraceA2informal

   A close, affectionate hug or embrace, often for comfort or warmth.

   Umarmung

   • She gave her child a warm cuddle before bedtime.
   • They shared a long cuddle on the sofa while watching a movie.
   • A good cuddle can make you feel safe and loved.

   Synonymeclaspembracefondlehugsnuggle

• Verb, das beschreibt, jemanden liebevoll und zärtlich in den Armen zu halten; auch sich selbst an jemanden oder etwas kuschelig anzuschmiegen.

A verb used to describe the act of holding someone close in one's arms as a way of showing love or affection.

1. Hug affectionatelyA2informal

   To hold someone close in one's arms as a way of showing love or affection.

   Zärtlich umarmen

   • She loves to cuddle her cat before bed.
   • The couple cuddled on the sofa while watching a movie.
   • He cuddled his daughter tightly after she fell down.

   Synonymeclaspembracehold closehugnestlesnuggle

2. Settle into a comfortable positionA2informal

   To lie or sit close to someone or something in a warm, comfortable way.

   Sich gemütlich anlehnen

   • The children cuddled together under the blanket.
   • She cuddled up with a good book and a cup of tea.
   • The puppy cuddled into its owner's lap.

   Synonymecurl upnestlenuzzlesnuggle