adjective

huggy

HUH-gee

Huggy (adjective) means Fond of hugging; physically affectionate. Example: “Their family has always been a huggy bunch.”

adjective

Fond of hugging; physically affectionate.

"Their family has always been a huggy bunch."

"He's not a huggy person, so a handshake is more his style."

How to use huggy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes someone (or a group) who likes hugging as a way of showing affection.

Word forms

huggier comparative, huggiest superlative

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Etymology

From hug plus the adjective ending -y.

Rhymes for huggy

buggy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “huggy” mean?

The word “huggy” means fond of hugging; physically affectionate. In plain terms, describes someone (or a group) who likes hugging as a way of showing affection.

How do you pronounce “huggy”?

“Huggy” is pronounced HUH-gee (/ˈhʌɡi/ in IPA).

How do you use “huggy” in a sentence?

Here is “huggy” used in a sentence: “Their family has always been a huggy bunch.”

What part of speech is “huggy”?

“Huggy” is an adjective.