Hugging
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhʌɡɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Hugging is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of hug.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of hug.
More Meanings
- The act of giving a hug.
Example Sentences
There began to be some movement preparatory to the resumption of our journey, and, after many huggings and kissings, the family parted, and the wagon drove off[…]
Word Forms
- huggings
Synonyms for hugging
Depending on context, synonyms include fondling, caressing, necking, petting, snuggling, cuddling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cuddling, snuggling, caressing, petting, kissing, fondling.
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