hug

/hˈʌɡ/

/ˈhəɡ/

to hug

MAIN VERB

to tightly hold a person that one loves in their arms

synonyms : bosom

fit closely or tightly

Hug

the act of closely holding someone in one's arms, usually as a sign of affection

synonyms : clinch

Examples

1. She gave her grandma a big hug when she visited.

2. Big Mama always has a warm hug and a kind word for everyone who walks through her door.

3. My baby hugged his soft, plush doll tightly while sleeping.

4. Delighted, I gave him some skin, and his mother gave him a big hug.