cozy

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co·zy / ˈkōzē/ (Brit. co·sy) • adj. (-zi·er, -zi·est) giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation. ∎  (of a relationship or conversation) intimate and relaxed. ∎  avoiding or not offering challenge or difficulty; complacent: a rather cozy assumption among automakers that they would never go bust. ∎  (of a transaction or arrangement) working to the mutual advantage of those involved (used to convey a suspicion of corruption).• n. (pl. -zies) a cover to keep a teapot hot.• v. (-zies, -zied) [tr.] inf. impart a feeling or quality of comfort to (something). ∎  [tr.] inf. give (someone) a feeling of comfort or complacency. ∎  [intr.] (cozy up to) snuggle up to. ∎  [intr.] (cozy up to) ingratiate oneself with.DERIVATIVES: co·zi·ly / -zəlē/ adv.co·zi·ness n.

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