n.
Pronunciation: ' k ō -z ē
Function: adjective
Inflected Form: co · zi · er ; -est
Etymology: perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian kose lig cozy
Date: 1709
1 a : enjoying or affording warmth and ease : SNUG <a cozy lakeside cabin> b : marked by or providing contentment or comfort <won by a cozy margin>
2 a : marked by the intimacy of the family or a close group b : marked by or suggesting close association or connivance <a cozy agreement>
3 : marked by a discreet and cautious attitude or procedure
synonyms see COMFORTABLE
– co · zi · ly \ -z ə -l ē \ adverb
– co · zi · ness \ -z ē -n ə s \ noun