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hug
[huhg]
verb (used with object)
to clasp tightly in the arms, especially with affection; embrace.
to cling firmly or fondly to; cherish.
to hug an opinion.
to keep close to, as in sailing, walking, or in moving along or alongside of.
to hug the shore;
to hug the road.
verb (used without object)
to cling together; lie close.
noun
a tight clasp with the arms; embrace.
hug
/ ʌɡ /
verb
(also intr) to clasp (another person or thing) tightly or (of two people) to cling close together; embrace
to keep close to a shore, kerb, etc
to cling to (beliefs, etc); cherish
to congratulate (oneself); be delighted with (oneself)
noun
a tight or fond embrace
Other Word Forms
- hugger noun
- huggingly adverb
- unhugged adjective
- ˈܲ adjective
- ˈܲ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of hug1
Word History and Origins
Origin of hug1
Example Sentences
Maria threw her arms into the air in disbelief as a wide Anisimova forehand confirmed her victory before the two shared a warm hug at the net.
I’m often in the mood to punch him after reading one of Plaschke’s columns, but after reading Sunday’s column I wanted nothing more than to give him a hug.
This huge guy picked me up off the ground and gave me a hug, which I’m sure was in love.
The Television Academy first embraced Sterling K. Brown nine years ago and has kept him in a loose side hug ever since.
Meanwhile, one man stopped the traffic to get out of his car and give the grieving family who visited the scene a hug.
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