English word cuddle comes from Old English (ca. 450-1100) cyþan
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| cyþan | Old English (ca. 450-1100) (ang) | To make known; tell; relate; proclaim; announce. To reveal; make manifest. |
| kuthen | Middle English (1100-1500) (enm) | |
| keththen | Middle English (1100-1500) (enm) | |
| cuddle | English (en) | A snuggle; an affectionate embrace, often given to family members and close friends. (intransitive) To embrace affectionately, lie together snugly.. (transitive) To cradle in one's arms so as to give comfort, warmth.. To lie close or snug; to crouch; to nestle. |