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cajoler — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • coax verb To gently persuade someone to do something through patience or flattery.
  • cuddle verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.

Senses

cajoler is used for these senses in English:

  • coax (transitive) To wheedle or persuade (a person, organisation, animal etc.) gradually or by use of flattery to do something.
  • cuddle (transitive) To cradle (e.g. a baby) in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.

cuddle — full definition

  1. verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.
  2. noun An affectionate embrace, typically warmer and closer than a simple hug.

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