snuggle

verb

snug·​gle ˈsnə-gəl 

snuggled; snuggling ˈsnə-g(ə-)liŋ 

intransitive verb

: to curl up comfortably or cozily

transitive verb

1

: to draw close especially for comfort or in affection

2

: to make snug

snuggle noun

Synonyms of snuggle

• snug
• nestle
• crouch

Examples of snuggle in a Sentence

The puppy snuggled up against the sleeping boy.

The boy snuggled close to his mother.

The dog snuggled its nose between the pillows.

The baby snuggled his head against my chest.

Recent Examples on the Web

As the class progresses and people generate body heat, the cold-blooded friends take advantage of it, snuggling closer. —Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026

From the cozy-chic bar and its expansive patio to the rocking chairs facing a semi-secret, open-air fireplace snuggled next to a gurgling waterfall, serenity permeates the property. —Jennifer Stewart Kornegay, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026

When you’re done, ski right to the nearby W Verbier to snuggle up in a room with your very own fireplace. —Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026

The post included photos of the family with their dogs, Katie lying in blankets as both Ellie and Emma snuggle her, and the couple holding a sonogram photo. —Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

frequentative of snug entry 1

First Known Use

1687, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for snuggle

• jugal
• juggle
• mughal
• smuggle
• struggle

Kids Definition

snuggle

verb

snug·​gle ˈsnəg-əl 

snuggled; snuggling -(ə-)liŋ 

1

: to curl up comfortably or cozily : cuddle

2

: to pull in close especially for comfort or in affection : nestle