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Meaning of 'hug' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Hug [ n.]
- A close embrace or clasping with the arms, as in affection or in wrestling.
2 . Hug [ v. i.]
- To cower; to crouch; to curl up.
- To crowd together; to cuddle.
3 . Hug [ v. t.]
- To press closely within the arms; to clasp to the bosom; to embrace.
- To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.
- To keep close to; as, to hug the land; to hug the wind.

Meaning of 'hug' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . hug [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a tight or amorous embrace
Example in sentence:
  • come here and give me a big hug
2 . hug [ v]
Meaning (2):
- hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
Example in sentence:
  • He hugged her close to him;
  • Hug me, please;
  • They embraced
Meaning (3):
- fit closely or tightly
Example in sentence:
  • The dress hugged her hips

Nearby Words:

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