Snugly
['snʌgli]
Definition
(adv.) fitting closely; 'the vest fit snugly'.
(adv.) safely protected; 'concealed snugly in his hideout'.
(adv.) warmly and comfortably sheltered; 'sitting snugly by the fireside while the storm raged'.
Editor: Roxanne--From WordNet
Definition
(adv.) In a snug manner; closely; safely.
Checker: Wade
Examples
- Well, we came to the old boat again in good time at night; and there Mr. and Mrs. Barkis bade us good-bye, and drove away snugly to their own home. Charles Dickens. David Copperfield.
- With the exception of the doctor, whose gig was waiting for him, the rest of the company went home snugly, under cover, in close carriages. Wilkie Collins. The Moonstone.
- When she awoke, she found herself snugly tucked up on the bed, with a blanket over her, and little Ruth rubbing her hands with camphor. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Checker: Wade