Associations to the word «Hug»

Pictures for the word «Hug»

Wiktionary

HUG, noun. An affectionate close embrace.
HUG, verb. (intransitive) (obsolete) To crouch; huddle as with cold.
HUG, verb. (intransitive) To cling closely together.
HUG, verb. (transitive) To embrace by holding closely, especially in the arms.
HUG, verb. (transitive) To stay close to (the shore etc.)
HUG, verb. (transitive) (figurative) To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.

Dictionary definition

HUG, noun. A tight or amorous embrace; "come here and give me a big hug".
HUG, verb. Squeeze (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness; "Hug me, please"; "They embraced"; "He hugged her close to him".
HUG, verb. Fit closely or tightly; "The dress hugged her hips".

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