hug (/hʌɡ/)
verb · Beginner · Body & Health
🔊 /hʌɡ/
Meaning
Meaning: hold someone closely in the arms
To put the arms around someone and hold them close, usually to show love or comfort. It can also be a noun for this action.
Examples
🗣 She ran to hug her mother at the airport.
Etymology
Of uncertain origin, possibly from Old Norse ‘hugga’ (to comfort, console).
How & Where It’s Used
A warm everyday word for showing affection or comfort.
Tags: body action, affection