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cuddle noun

  /ˈkʌd.l̩/
  • (UK) An affectionate embrace, a hug, such as is given to family members and close friends (less intimate than a snuggle, and typically of shorter duration).
câlin

cuddle verb

  /ˈkʌd.l̩/
  • (US, intransitive, transitive) To lie together snugly (with someone), in an intimate physical embrace; to snuggle.
câliner
  • (transitive) To cradle (e.g. a baby) in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.
cajoler

cuddling

câlinerie
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