kuscheln — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
kuscheln is used for these senses in English:
- canoodle (intransitive) Of a person: to caress, fondle, or pet another person; of two people: to caress, fondle, or pet each other; also, to have sexual intercourse; to make love.
- cuddle (UK) An affectionate embrace, a hug, such as is given to family members and close friends (less intimate than a snuggle, and typically of shorter duration).
- cuddle (US, intransitive, transitive) To lie together snugly (with someone), in an intimate physical embrace; to snuggle.
- snuggle (transitive, intransitive) To lie close to another person or thing, hugging or being cosy.
- snuggle To move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cosy position.
canoodle — full definition
- verb (informal) To kiss and cuddle someone lovingly, or to have sex with them.
- verb (informal) To talk someone round gently, using charm or flattery.
- verb (informal) Of two people: to kiss and cuddle each other affectionately, or to have sex.
cuddle — full definition
- verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.
- noun An affectionate embrace, typically warmer and closer than a simple hug.
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