gentlehug
nounUK /ˈdʒɛntl.hʌɡ/
US /ˈdʒɛntəl.hʌɡ/
A gentlehug is a soft, kind hug that makes someone feel safe.
She gave her little brother a gentlehug when he was sad.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A type of plush toy designed to be hugged softly.
The baby fell asleep holding her gentlehug bunny.
3. A calm, reassuring gesture of support without words.
He offered a gentlehug of encouragement before her big test.
4. A gentle wrapping motion, like a blanket around something.
The scarf was a gentlehug around her neck on the cold day.