Nuzzle

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌzəl/

Definitions of nuzzle

verb to rub or push gently against someone or something with the nose or face, typically as a gesture of affection

Example Sentences

A1 The puppy nuzzled against its owner for warmth.

A2 The cat nuzzled its head against my hand for affection.

B1 The horse nuzzled its nose into my palm looking for a treat.

B2 The mother nuzzled her baby close, showering it with love.

C1 The lovers nuzzled each other affectionately by the fireplace.

C2 The lioness nuzzled her cubs protectively in the den.

Examples of nuzzle in a Sentence

formal The horse gently nuzzled its foal to show affection.

informal My cat loves to nuzzle against my face when I come home.

slang The puppy nuzzled up to its owner for a treat.

figurative The soft blanket seemed to nuzzle me as I wrapped myself in it.

Grammatical Forms of nuzzle

• past tense: nuzzled
• plural: nuzzles
• comparative: more nuzzled
• superlative: most nuzzled
• present tense: nuzzles
• future tense: will nuzzle
• perfect tense: has nuzzled
• continuous tense: is nuzzling
• singular: nuzzle
• positive degree: nuzzle
• infinitive: to nuzzle
• gerund: nuzzling
• participle: nuzzling

Origin and Evolution of nuzzle

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'nuzzle' originated from Middle English 'noselen' which meant 'to caress with the nose or snout'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'nuzzle' has come to mean affectionately rubbing or pressing one's nose or face against someone or something as a gesture of love or affection.