<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) hugged, hug·ging:<ul><li>to clasp tightly in the arms, especially with affection; embrace.</li><li>to cling firmly or fondly to; cherish: to hug an opinion.</li><li>to keep close to, as in sailing, walking, or in moving along or alongside of: to hug the shore; to hug the road.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) hugged, hug·ging:<ul><li>to cling together; lie close.</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a tight clasp with the arms; embrace.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>