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huggable

American  
[huhg-uh-buhl] / ˈhʌg ə bəl /

adjective

  1. evoking a desire to hug close; inviting a close embrace; cuddly.

    a huggable little baby.


Etymology

Origin of huggable

First recorded in 1895–1900; hug + -able

Example Sentences

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Their sprawling roots, awning-like leaves, and huggable trunks offer protection and solace to everybody and everything, big and small.

From Salon

“I keep coming back to the word ‘huggable,’” Doherty said.

From New York Times

They’re huggable, they’re collectible and they’re taking over: Meet Squishmallows.

From New York Times

It’s right there in the name, too: “We just look like a group of pandas: huggable, chubby shape, relaxed and happy attitude.”

From The Guardian

Marchand’s huggable creation, always checking herself in the mirror, exists to be seen.

From New York Times