First Known Use: 1583
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1snug
verb \ˈsnəg\
snuggedsnug·ging
Definition of SNUG
intransitive verb
transitive verb
1
: to cause to fit closely
2
: to make snug
3
: hide 1
4
: to secure by fastening or lashing down
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Origin of SNUG
2snug
2snug
adjective
: fitting closely and often too tightly
: providing or enjoying warmth, shelter, and comfort
snug·gersnug·gest
Full Definition of SNUG
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a : enjoying or affording warm secure shelter or cover and opportunity for ease and contentment <a snug cottage> <a snug haven> b : marked by cordiality and secure privacy
3
: affording a degree of comfort and ease <a snug income>
4
: offering safe concealment <a snug hideout>
— snug adverb
— snug·ly adverb
— snug·ness noun
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Origin of SNUG
perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish snygg tidy
First Known Use: circa 1595
Related to SNUG
- Synonyms
- antiseptic, bandbox, crisp, groomed, kempt, orderly, picked up, prim, shipshape, smug, neat, tidied, tidy, trig, trim, uncluttered, well-groomed
- Antonyms
- disheveled (or dishevelled), disordered, disorderly, messy, mussed, mussy, sloven, slovenly, unkempt, untidy
Synonym Discussion of SNUG
comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security. comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease <started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings>. cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness <a cozy neighborhood coffee shop>. snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more <a snug little cottage>. easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint <living in easy circumstances>. restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation <a quiet restful vacation>.
3snug
noun
: a small private room in a pub
Full Definition of SNUG
British : a small private room or compartment in a pub
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Origin of SNUG
short for snuggery
First Known Use: 1860
SNUG Defined for Kids
snug
adjective \ˈsnəg\
snug·gersnug·gest
Definition of SNUG for Kids
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: fitting closely and comfortably <a snug coat>
2
: comfortable 1, cozy <a snug corner> <I was snug in the deep feathery bed … — Mildred D. Taylor, Roll of Thunder>
3
: offering protection or a hiding place <a snug harbor>
— snug·ly adverb
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