snugly

Meanings

• adjective

  Moving or feeling comfortably and securely, often in a close or confined space.

  - "The baby slept snugly in its mother's arms."
  - "The cat purred contentedly and curled up in a snug ball."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with snugly
hugely , muggy , pugilistically , rugby

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Variants

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snug , snugger , snuggest , snugly , snugness , snugnesses

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Etymology

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From Middle English snugge, from snuggen, to squeeze or press closely.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'snugly' comes from the Old English word 'snugan', which means 'to squeeze' or 'to press closely'.

2. The term 'snug harbor' refers to a safe and sheltered harbor where ships can ride out storms.

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Related Concepts

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1. comfort: A state of physical or mental well-being, often associated with a feeling of snugly.

2. cozy: A feeling or atmosphere of being snug and comfortable, often associated with being in a warm, enclosed space.

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Culture

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Snugly is often used to describe a feeling of comfort and security, particularly in relation to being in a confined space or being wrapped up in warm clothing. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation where someone feels safe and content.

How to Memorize "snugly"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a soft, warm blanket wrapping around you, providing a feeling of snugly and comfort.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'snugly' with feelings of comfort, warmth, and security.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Snug as a bug in a rug' to remember the meaning of the word.

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