snuggly

adjective

snug·​gly ˈsnə-g(ə-)lē How to pronounce snuggly (audio)
snugglier; snuggliest
: suitable for or inviting snuggling or cuddling
used especially of inanimate objects
a snuggly blanket
Even if he won't admit it, pajamas are a great gift—so get him the coziest, snuggliest pair you can find.Rachel Dube

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What can feel complicated, though, is narrowing down the snuggly knits that actually deserve a spot in your cold-weather outfit rotation. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026 Act fast to score snuggly boots and slippers from Ugg and Koolaburra by Ugg while they’re marked down at Amazon’s massive winter sale now. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 This snuggly knit is thick and cozy, complete with a rollneck design and beautiful ribbing around the sleeves, hem, and neck. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 6 Jan. 2026 About six weeks ago, my husband and I had to say goodbye to our quirky and snuggly little toy poodle, Lily. Carina Devera, Mercury News, 24 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snuggly

Word History

Etymology

snuggle + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snuggly was in 1902

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“Snuggly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snuggly. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.

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snuggly

adjective
snug·​gly ˈsnəg-(ə-)lē How to pronounce snuggly (audio)
: suitable for or inviting snuggling or cuddling
a snuggly blanket
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