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nuz·zle

nuzzle

 
 
pronunciation:
nuh zl
parts of speech:
intransitive verb, transitive verb
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: intransitive verb
inflections: nuzzles, nuzzling, nuzzled
definition 1: to push or rub the nose or snout against something.
The mother dog nuzzled her pups.
similar words:
root
definition 2: to cuddle together intimately.
synonyms:
cuddle, curl up, nestle, snuggle
similar words:
dally, embrace, hug, neck, smooch
 
part of speech: transitive verb
definition 1: to touch, push, or rub the nose or snout against.
 
synonyms:
nose
similar words:
root
definition 2: to cuddle or embrace warmly.
synonyms:
cuddle, snuggle
similar words:
caress, embrace, fondle, hug, nestle
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