huggable
|hug-a-ble|
B2
/ˈhʌɡəbl/
(hug)
embrace
Etymology
Etymology Information
'huggable' originates from the English word 'hug,' which is believed to have Scandinavian roots, specifically the Old Norse word 'hugga,' meaning 'to comfort.'
Historical Evolution
'hugga' transformed into the Middle English word 'huggen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hug.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to comfort or console,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to hold closely in one's arms.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of or suitable for being hugged.
The teddy bear is so soft and huggable.
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Last updated: 2025/05/08 07:30
