nuzzle

/ˈnʌzl̩/verb
Middle School
1

To push or thrust (the nose or snout, face or muzzle, or head, or an object) against or into something.

2

To rub or touch (someone or something) with the nose, face, etc., or an object.

3

Chiefly of an animal: to dig (something, especially food) out of the ground using the nose or snout; to root.

4

Often followed by in or into: to press or push the nose or snout, mouth, face, etc., against or into someone or something; to touch someone or something with the nose or snout, etc.

5

Chiefly of an animal: to push the nose or snout into the ground to dig for something, especially food; to root, to rootle.

6

Followed by down: to settle or lie comfortably and snugly in a bed, nest, etc.; to nestle.

7

Chiefly followed by up or with: to press affectionately against someone or something; to nestle, to snuggle.

8

To come into close contact with someone or something.

9

To feel or probe with the fingers.

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Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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