Hug

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1. Verb

To cower; to crouch; to curl up.

2. Verb

To crowd together; to cuddle.

3. Verb

To press closely within the arms; to clasp to the bosom; to embrace.

4. Verb

To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.

5. Verb

To keep close to; as, to hug the land; to hug the wind.

6. Noun

A close embrace or clasping with the arms, as in affection or in wrestling.
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