| Main Entry: | hug |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | hold close, cling to |
Synonyms: |
be near to, bear hug, cherish, clasp, clinch, cradle, cuddle, embrace, enbosom, enfold, envelop, fold in arms, follow closely, grasp, hold onto, keep close, lie close, lock, love, nestle, nurse, press, receive, retain, seize, squeeze, stay near, take in one's arms, welcome |
Antonyms: |
push away, release |