прижа́ться — meaning in English

English meaning

• cuddle verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.
• nestle verb To make yourself comfortable by curling up snugly.
• snuggle verb To settle into a warm, close, and comfortable position, often with another person.

Senses

прижа́ться is used for these senses in English:

• cuddle (US, intransitive, transitive) To lie together snugly (with someone), in an intimate physical embrace; to snuggle.
• nestle To press oneself against another affectionately.
• snuggle (transitive, intransitive) To lie close to another person or thing, hugging or being cosy.

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.

nestle — full definition

1. verb To make yourself comfortable by curling up snugly.
2. verb To cuddle up closely and lovingly against someone.
3. verb To lie partly hidden, tucked away in a sheltered spot.
4. verb To make or sit on a nest.

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