← Back to Fala2Meacariciar com o focinho; esfregar o nariz
1. to push or rub gently with the nose or snout
The horse nuzzled my shoulder affectionately.
O cavalo acariciou meu ombro com o focinho de forma carinhosa.
2. to snuggle or cuddle closely
The dog nuzzled against its owner's leg.
O cachorro se aninhou contra a perna do dono.
3. to nudge or press gently
She nuzzled her cheek against his chest.
Ela encostou a bochecha no peito dele de forma delicada.
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
acariciar com o focinho; encostar carinhosamente
commonly used for animal behavior
São Paulo
acariciar; fazer carinho
extended usage to human affection
Portugal
acariciar com o focinho; esfregar-se carinhosamente
more formal alternative: 'aproximar-se ternamente'
Related Idioms & Phrases
nuzzle up to someone - to get close to someone affectionately
nuzzle against - to press gently against something
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