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CUDDLES Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word cuddles. (exact relations)
There are 16 hypernyms of the word cuddles. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for CUDDLES

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caresses
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)

verb

• touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner

embraces
verbv
noun

• the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

• the state of taking in or encircling

• a close affectionate and protective acceptance

verb

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

• hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

• take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own

hugs
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a tight or amorous embrace

verb

• hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

• fit closely or tightly

nestles
verbv
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• lie in a sheltered position

• position comfortably

nuzzles
verbv
verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• rub noses

• dig out with the snout

pettings
nounn
noun

• affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)

snuggles
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• position comfortably

squeezes
verbv
noun

• the act of gripping and pressing firmly

• a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high

• a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer

• (slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend

• a twisting squeeze

• an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power

• a tight or amorous embrace

• the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space

verb

• to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition

• press firmly

• squeeze like a wedge into a tight space

• to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

• obtain by coercion or intimidation

• press or force

• squeeze tightly between the fingers

• hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

• squeeze or press together

nestle
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• lie in a sheltered position

• position comfortably

snuggle
verbv
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• position comfortably

nest
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young

• a kind of gun emplacement

• a cosy or secluded retreat

• a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

• furniture pieces made to fit close together

verb

• inhabit a nest, usually after building

• fit together or fit inside

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• gather nests

nuzzle
verbv
verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• rub noses

• dig out with the snout

draw close
verbv
verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• move towards

• pull towards oneself

Best Hypernyms For CUDDLES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for cuddles, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (13)
embrace hug affection caress clutch comfort embracement embracing love snuggle squeeze tenderness warmth
Phrases (3)
cling tohold closehold tight

Alternatives for CARESSES

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