hug
noun
1. a tight or amorous embrace
- come here and give me a big hug
Similar word(s): clinch, squeeze
Definition categories: act, embrace, embracement, embracing
verb
1. hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
- Hug me, please
- He hugged her close to him
Similar word(s): bosom, embrace, squeeze
Definition categories: contact, clasp
2. fit closely or tightly
- The dress hugged her hips
Definition categories: contact, adjoin, meet, touch
Sentences with hug as a verb:
- Billy hugged Danny until he felt better.