nuzzle

[ˈnʌz(ə)l]

nuzzle Definition

• 1. rub or push against gently with the nose and mouth
• 2. snuggle up to someone or something

Using nuzzle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nuzzle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The horse nuzzled my hand.

• Example

  The puppy nuzzled up to its mother.

• Example

  She nuzzled her face into his chest.

• Example

  The cat nuzzled against my leg.

nuzzle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nuzzle

• snuggle
• cuddle
• nestle
• burrow
• nose

Phrases with nuzzle

• nuzzle up

  to snuggle up to someone or something

  Example

  The child nuzzled up to their favorite stuffed animal.

• nuzzle into

  to snuggle or cuddle into something

  Example

  She nuzzled into the soft blanket on the couch.

• nuzzle against

  to rub or push gently against someone or something with the nose or mouth

  Example

  The dog nuzzled against my leg for attention.

Origins of nuzzle

from Middle English 'noselen', meaning 'to nestle'

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Summary: nuzzle in Brief

'Nuzzle' [ˈnʌz(ə)l] means to rub or push gently against with the nose and mouth, or to snuggle up to someone or something. It is often used to describe affectionate behavior between animals or between people and animals. Examples include 'The horse nuzzled my hand' and 'The cat nuzzled against my leg.' 'Nuzzle' can be used in phrases like 'nuzzle up' and 'nuzzle into,' which denote snuggling or cuddling.