Main Entry: ²snug

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): snug·ger; snug·gest

Etymology: perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish snygg tidy

Date: circa 1595

1 a of a ship : manifesting seaworthiness : taut b : trim, neat c : fitting closely and comfortably <a snug coat>
2 a : enjoying or affording warm secure shelter or cover and opportunity for ease and contentment <a snug cottage> b : marked by cordiality and secure privacy
3 : affording a degree of comfort and ease <a snug income>
4 : offering safe concealment <a snug hideout>

synonyms see comfortable

— snug adverb

— snug·ly adverb

— snug·ness noun