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snug

adjective · noun · verb

Simple meaning

Warm and comfortable.

Pronunciation

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snuhg
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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈsnʌɡ

This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

adjective

  1. Close; concealed; not exposed to notice.

  2. Close-fitting.

  3. Warm and comfortable; cosy.

  4. Satisfactory.

noun

  1. British

    A small secluded room

  2. british

    A small, comfortable back room in a pub.

verb

  1. transitive

    To make smooth.

  2. transitive

    To make secure or snug.

  3. To snuggle or nestle.

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Synonyms

adjective

Sense: close

cozyRegionalcosycomfyInformal

noun

Sense: small secluded room

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