adj, adv, noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Anything cosy or cuddly, such as soft clothing, a plush toy, or an animal. informal

   "My snuggly fell off the bed."

Adjective

1. 1
   Cuddly; pleasant to snuggle with. informal

   "My blanket is very snuggly."

2. 2
   Fond of snuggling. informal

   "Nicole was a very snuggly girl after she broke up with her boyfriend."

Adverb

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of snugly. alt-of, alternative, nonstandard

Example

More examples

"Nicole was a very snuggly girl after she broke up with her boyfriend."

Etymology

From snuggle + -y.

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