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nuzzle

DEFINITIONS OF: nuzzle

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v rub noses

Synonyms:
nose
Type of:
caress, fondle
touch or stroke lightly in a loving or endearing manner

v dig out with the snout

“the pig nuzzled the truffle”
Type of:
dig up, excavate, turn up
find by digging in the ground

v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

Synonyms:
cuddle, draw close, nest, nestle, snuggle
nestle, snuggle
position comfortably
draw close
pull towards oneself
Type of:
cling to, clutch, hold close, hold tight
hold firmly, usually with one's hands
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