Meaning & use

cozy

adjective·Everyday

Comfortable, warm, and inviting, especially a small enclosed space.

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They spent the snowy evening in a cozy cabin by the fire.

The cafe's cozy corner became their favorite spot to study.

A note on using this word

American spelling; British English typically spells it 'cosy.' Can also describe an overly close relationship, as in 'a cozy deal.'

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