Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun holding close in a tender and afectionate manner.
- noun lying closely together while caressing; nestling together.
- noun slang foreplay without contact with the genital organs.
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- verb Present participle of
cuddle .
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
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Examples
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Now, the academic pinks longterm cuddling with the reds, over a span of some decades, might be suspect, as mentioned.
The Volokh Conspiracy » American Universities and the Nazis: 2009
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Now, the academic pinks longterm cuddling with the reds, over a span of some decades, might be suspect, as mentioned.
The Volokh Conspiracy » American Universities and the Nazis: 2009
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His son, who he clearly adored -- and, touchingly, according to news reports, kept "cuddling" -- was a "stupid kid" who had "screwed up".
Christina Patterson: Tips on Parenting from the Dad of a 'Stupid Kid' 2009
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You may recall her cuddling and groping the poor boy as he slept in last week's episode.
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Sometimes making out can lead to … well you know, which leads to cuddling, which is all good!
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Sometimes making out can lead to … well you know, which leads to cuddling, which is all good!
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But, usually I don't reciprocate the cuddling, which is why it usually ends up that he's sleeping on my shoulder.
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But, usually I don't reciprocate the cuddling, which is why it usually ends up that he's sleeping on my shoulder.
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There were tons of stars visible, and we were only a little nervous we were going to wake up cuddling a kangaroo!
TravelPod.com TravelStream™ — Recent Entries at TravelPod.com 2010
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The researchers also offered a selection of positive or neutral words - such as 'stroking' and 'cuddling' - to act as controls.
Home | Mail Online 2010
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