cuddly

adjective

cud·​dly ˈkəd-lē How to pronounce cuddly (audio)
ˈkə-dᵊl-ē
cuddlier; cuddliest
: fit for or inviting cuddling
a cuddly kitten

Examples of cuddly in a Sentence

He is so big and cuddly. their cuddly brand of commercialism
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From cuddly rodents to happy amphibians to waddling birds, enjoy these delightful animals. Allison Futterman, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024 Retriever is an adorable, interactive toy that delights children with its playful sounds and cuddly design. Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 2 Nov. 2024 Keep your cuddly, blubbery, smelly selves out of our beach community! Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct. 2024 While the pants are as soft and cuddly as regular sweatpants, as opposed to a baggy fit, the cut hits at the ankle and features a skinny-leg design for a polished-meets-cozy aesthetic. Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cuddly 

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cuddly was in 1863

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“Cuddly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cuddly. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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