Meaning & use
nuzzling
Gently rubbing or pressing the nose or face against someone or something, usually to show affection.
See it in a sentence
The puppy kept nuzzling against her leg, hoping for another treat.
The horse was nuzzling its owner's shoulder in a calm, familiar way.
A note on using this word
Nuzzling is almost always used to describe a gentle, affectionate gesture between animals or between people and animals.
Words with a similar meaning
snugglingnudging
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