snug

• Décrit un endroit ou une position qui est chaleureux, confortable et protégé du froid ou du vent.

Describes a place or position that is warm, comfortable, and protected from the cold or wind.

1. Safe and protectedB1formal

   Offering a sense of safety, being well protected or concealed from danger or the elements.

   bien à l'abri

   • The cabin felt snug against the winter storm.
   • The kitten found a snug spot behind the sofa.
   • They built a snug hideout in the woods.

   Synonymescomfortablecozyhiddenprotectedsafesecureshelteredwarm

   Antonymesendangeredexposedunprotectedunsafevulnerable

2. Close-fitting and comfortableB1informal

   Describing clothing or an item that fits closely but comfortably, without being tight or restrictive.

   Bien ajusté et confortable

   • She wore a snug sweater on the cold evening.
   • The shoes are snug but not too tight.
   • He prefers a snug fit for his running gear.

   Synonymesclose-fittingcomfortablecomfycozy

   Antonymesbaggyloosetight

3. Well-constructed and compactB2formal

   Built or assembled in a tight, efficient, and durable manner, leaving no gaps or weaknesses.

   bien construit et compact

   • The boat had a snug hull that kept out water.
   • The carpenter made a snug joint between the two boards.
   • The engine was snugly fitted into the chassis.

   Synonymescompactneatshipshapetighttrim

   Antonymesflimsyloosericketyshakyslack

4. Warm and cozyA2informal

   Providing or enjoying a feeling of comforting warmth and shelter, especially in a small or confined space.

   bien au chaud, douillet

   • The room was snug with a fire burning in the hearth.
   • They spent a snug evening reading by the fireplace.
   • The small cottage felt snug and inviting.

   Synonymescomfortablecomfycozyhomelywarm

   Antonymeschillycolddrafty

• Nom désignant une petite pièce ou un espace intime, confortable et isolé, souvent dans un pub ou une maison.

A noun referring to a small, cozy, and secluded room or space, often in a pub or house.

1. Small cozy roomB2informalbritish

   A small, comfortable, and private room, often in a pub or house.

   Petit salon cosy

   • They sat in the snug by the fireplace.
   • The pub has a quiet snug for regulars.
   • She retreated to the snug to read her book.

   Synonymescubbyholedennookretreatsnuggery