I. ˈkəd ə l verb
( cuddled ; cuddled ; cuddling ˈkəd(ə)liŋ ; cuddles )
Etymology: origin unknown
transitive verb
: to hold close for warmth or comfort or in affection : fondle , hug
intransitive verb
: to lie close or snug : nestle , snuggle
II. noun
( -s )
: a close embrace : the act of nestling
III.
now dialect
variant of cuttle I