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 aof 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 privacy3: 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