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

Examples of snuggly in a Sentence

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She has become known as an energetic dog with a snuggly side. Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025 While Hudson first broke out a pair of snuggly sweater pants on the set of The Jennifer Hudson Show late last year, Mahomes opted for a dressier take on the trend by wearing sneaky sweatpant jeans at a Kansas City Chiefs game. Averi Baudler, People.com, 9 Jan. 2025 Lil Bit received her treatments and vaccinations at the vet before heading home to a warm, snuggly place to call her forever. Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025 For a supremely snuggly option, check out the Ultra Plush Throw, also made with bamboo to help keep you comfy but not sweaty. Abbey Stone, SELF, 1 Dec. 2024 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 31 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

snuggly

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