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cosy

Other forms: cosiest; cosier; cosies

Definitions of cosy
  1. adjective
    enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space
    synonyms: cozy, snug
    comfortable, comfy
    providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal)
  2. noun
    a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm
    synonyms: cozy, tea cosy, tea cozy
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    type of:
    cloth covering
    a covering made of cloth
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