Meanings (ES + gloss)
abrazo • mimo
An affectionate embrace, a hug, such as is given to family members and close friends (less intimate than a snuggle, and typically of shorter duration).
Give me a cuddle, Paul; it'll cheer you up.
Word forms
Meanings (ES + gloss)
abrazar • achuchar • amuñuñar • apapachar • apapuchar • apurruñar • mecer • mecer en brazos
To cradle (e.g. a baby) in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.
I'm cold; can you roll over here and cuddle me, honey?
She cuddled the infant before bedtime.
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