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snug
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- pronunciation:
- snuhg
- parts of speech:
- adjective, adverb
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| inflections: |
snugger, snuggest |
| definition 1: |
small and comfortable; cozy.
a snug little cabin in the woods- synonyms:
- cozy, homey, intimate
- similar words:
- comfortable, comfy, small
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| definition 2: |
of a garment, having a close fit; slightly tight.
- synonyms:
- close-fitting
- similar words:
- fitted, skintight, tight, tightfitting
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| definition 3: |
trim, compact, and built well, as a boat; seaworthy.
- synonyms:
- taut, trim
- similar words:
- compact, seaworthy, sturdy, tight
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| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition: |
closely or comfortably; in a snug way.
The chair fits snug in the corner.- synonyms:
- closely, cozily
- similar words:
- tightly
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| derivations: |
snugly (adv.), snugness (n.) |
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