NUZZLE Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word nuzzle. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for NUZZLE
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cuddle | verbv | |||||||
noun • a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
caress | verbv | |||||||
noun • a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it) verb • touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner | ||||||||
embrace | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
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 | ||||||||
hug | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a tight or amorous embrace verb • hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness • fit closely or tightly | ||||||||
nudge | verbv | |||||||
noun • a slight push or shake verb • to push against gently • push into action by pestering or annoying gently | ||||||||
pet | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • using a computerized radiographic technique to examine the metabolic activity in various tissues (especially in the brain) • a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement • a special loved one • a fit of petulance or sulkiness (especially at what is felt to be a slight) adjective satellite • preferred above all others and treated with partiality verb • stroke or caress gently • stroke or caress in an erotic manner, as during lovemaking | ||||||||
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 | ||||||||
nose | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals • a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft) • the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon • a small distance • a symbol of inquisitiveness • the sense of smell (especially in animals) • a natural skill • a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged verb • search or inquire in a meddlesome way • advance the forward part of with caution • catch the scent of; get wind of • push or move with the nose • rub noses • defeat by a narrow margin | ||||||||
draw close | verbv | |||||||
verb • move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position • move towards • pull towards oneself |