Definition of Hug

  • (v. i.) To cower; to crouch; to curl up.
  • (v. i.) To crowd together; to cuddle.
  • (v. t.) To press closely within the arms; to clasp to the bosom; to embrace.
  • (v. t.) To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.
  • (v. t.) To keep close to; as, to hug the land; to hug the wind.
  • (n.) A close embrace or clasping with the arms, as in affection or in wrestling.

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