- in a way that is warmly comfortable or cozy, sheltered, safe, etc.: Our cottages are nestled snugly in 35 acres of gardens and natural bush.The marina is snugly placed in the southwest corner of the harbor, at the root of the breakwater.
- closely or tightly to the contours of a person’s body or other object: The threaded pipe should fit snugly into the hole without any gap that dirt can get through.The nurse wrapped the blood pressure cuff snugly around my upper arm.
- neatly and compactly: That leftover tuna salad will fit snugly in this 1-cup airtight container.
- with enough money or other supports or advantages to feel secure and comfortable: The financier despised these fat little clients living so snugly on their unearned incomes.
