hug (h g)v. hugged, hug·ging, hugs v.tr. 1. To clasp or hold closely, especially in the arms, as in affection; embrace. 2. To hold steadfastly to; cherish: He still hugs his outmoded beliefs. 3. To stay close to: a sailboat hugging the shore. v.intr. To embrace or cling together closely. n. 1. A close, affectionate embrace. 2. A crushing embrace, as in wrestling. [Probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse hugga, to comfort.] hug  ga·ble adj.hug ger n. |
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