hug

Meanings

• Noun

  An expression of affection where one person embraces another, often by wrapping their arms around them.

  - "He gave her a warm hug after she cried."
  - "They hugged each other tightly before saying goodbye."

• Verb

  To hold someone in one's arms and show affection or comfort.

  - "I'll hug you when I see you."
  - "Let's hug it out and forgive each other."

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Pronunciation

1. /hʌɡ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

cleave , stick , hunker , squat , stoop , accoll , coll , embrace , treasure

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hug
mug , bug , slug

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Variants

List of all variants of hug that leads to same result
hug , huggable , hugged , hugger , huggers , hugging , hugs , hug-me-tight , hug-me-tights , hug the shore , bear-hug , bear-hugged , bear-hugging , bear-hugs , bear hug , bear hugs

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Etymology

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Old English huggian, from hugg ‘embrace’. Related to hugel ‘mound’.

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Trivia

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1. The world record for the largest group hug was set in 2011 with 3,246 participants.

2. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to hug as a greeting or farewell.

3. Hugs have been shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and boost the immune system.

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Related Concepts

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1. Embrace: Another term for a hug. It refers to the act of holding someone close to oneself.

2. Comfort: A feeling of relief or peace, often associated with receiving a hug.

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Culture

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The hug is a universal expression of love, comfort, and support. It can be seen in various forms across different cultures, such as the Indian 'namaste' greeting, the Japanese 'bow hug', and the European 'brotherly' or 'sisterly' hug.

How to Memorize "hug"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize yourself giving or receiving a hug. Imagine the warmth, the feeling of being held, and the emotional connection.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hug' with feelings of love, comfort, and support.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'hug' as 'Heartfelt Understanding Gives Joy'.

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