n. 25B6; verb
she picked up the baby and cuddled her : HUG, embrace, clasp, hold tight, hold/fold in one's arms.
the pair were kissing and cuddling : EMBRACE, hug, caress, pet, fondle; informal canoodle, smooch; informal, dated spoon, bill and coo.
I cuddled up to him : SNUGGLE, nestle, curl, nuzzle, burrow against.