прижа́ться — meaning in English

English meaning

• cuddle verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.
• nestle verb To settle oneself comfortably and 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 settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
2. verb To press oneself against another affectionately.
3. verb To lie half-hidden or in shelter.
4. verb To build or sit upon a nest.

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