Cozy
WordNet

adjective


(1)   Suggesting connivance
"A cozy arrangement with the police"
(2)   Enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space
"A cozy nook near the fire"
"Snug in bed"
"A snug little apartment"
(3)   Having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere
"Had a cozy chat"
"A relaxed informal manner"
"An intimate cocktail lounge"
"The small room was cozy and intimate"

noun


(4)   A padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm
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Alternative spellings

  • cosey
  • cosie
  • cozey
  • cozie
  • cozy

Adjective



  1. Affording comfort and warmth; snug; social
    • 1785, Robert Burns, Holy Fair - While some are cozie i' the neuk, / An' forming assignations / To meet some day
    • 1836, Charles Dickens, The Pickwick Papers, ch 30 - after Mr. Bob Sawyer had informed him that he meant to be very cosy, and that his friend Ben was to be one of the party, they shook hands and separated

Noun



  1. A padded or knit covering put on an item to keep it warm, especially a teapot or egg.

Verb



  1. To become snug and comfortable.
  2. To become friendly with.
    He spent all day cosying up to the new boss, hoping for a plum assignment.
 
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