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verb, to clasp (another person or thing) tightly or (of two people) to cling close together; embrace
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hug
- 1) verb, to clasp (another person or thing) tightly or (of two people) to cling close together; embrace
- 2) verb, to keep close to a shore, kerb, etc
- 3) verb, to cling to (beliefs, etc); cherish
- 4) verb, to congratulate (oneself); be delighted with (oneself)
- 5) noun, a tight or fond embrace
Etymology
C16: probably of Scandinavian origin; related to Old Norse hugga to comfort, Old English hogian to take care of
Collins English Electronic Dictionary - Digital Edition: 2008 © HarperCollins Publishers 2008
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