Hug (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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verb (used with object), hugged, hug·ging.
  1. to clasp tightly in the arms, especially with affection; embrace.
  2. to cling firmly or fondly to; cherish: to hug an opinion.
  3. to keep close to, as in sailing, walking, or in moving along or alongside of: to hug the shore;to hug the road.
verb (used without object), hugged, hug·ging.
  1. to cling together; lie close.
noun
  1. a tight clasp with the arms; embrace.
verb hugs, hugging or hugged (mainly tr)
  1. to clasp (another person or thing) tightly or (of two people) to cling close together; embrace
  2. to keep close to a shore, kerb, etc
  3. to cling to (beliefs, etc); cherish
  4. to congratulate (oneself); be delighted with (oneself)
noun
  1. a tight or fond embrace
Hug (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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