acurrucarse — meaning in English
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English meaning
- cuddle verb To hold someone close in an affectionate, gentle embrace.
- huddle noun A small group of people or things gathered closely together.
- hunker verb To crouch or squat down close to the ground.
- nestle verb To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
- snuggle verb To settle into a warm, close, and comfortable position, often with another person.
- squat adj Short and thick-set; low and broad rather than tall.
Senses
acurrucarse is used for these senses in English:
- cuddle (US, intransitive, transitive) To lie together snugly (with someone), in an intimate physical embrace; to snuggle.
- huddle (intransitive) To curl one's legs up to the chest and keep one's arms close to the torso; to crouch; to assume a position similar to that of an embryo in the womb.
- hunker (intransitive) To crouch or squat close to the ground or lie down
- squat To sit close to the ground; to stoop, or lie close to the ground, for example to escape observation.
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.
huddle — full definition
- noun A small group of people or things gathered closely together.
- verb To crowd close together, often for warmth, comfort, or shelter.
- verb To meet briefly with others to discuss or plan something.