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hug
(h/@/g )

noun (n)

  • a tight or amorous embrace(noun.act)
    Example:
    Come here and give me a big hug.
    Synonym:
    clinch, squeeze
    source: wordnet30
  • A close embrace or clasping with the arms, as in affection or in wrestling.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness(verb.contact)
    Example:
    Hug me, please.
    He hugged her close to him.
    Synonym:
    bosom, embrace, squeeze
    source: wordnet30
  • fit closely or tightly(verb.contact)
    Example:
    The dress hugged her hips.
    source: wordnet30
  • To cower; to crouch; to curl up.(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • To press closely within the arms; to clasp to the bosom; to embrace.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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