snuggle bunny

== English == === Alternative forms === snuggle-bunny === Pronunciation === === Noun === snuggle bunny (plural snuggle bunnies) (US, idiomatic) A romantic partner, child, pet, stuffed animal, etc. which is an object of affection and which provides comfort through physical contact. 1985 January 12, Berkeley Breathed, Bloom County, January 12, 1985 (retrieved 22 Jan. 2019): "So you're wanting to find a little 'intense physical affection'?" "Oh, my! That's a bit crude, isn't it?" "Well, then may I suggest my favorite euphemism: 'snugglebunnies'." 2000 Aug. 2, "Snuggle Bunny," Southeast Missourian, p. 8B (retrieved 12 Sep. 2011): Howie is a 3-month-old brown rabbit that is available for adoption at the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri, 2536 Bountin Dr. Howie is housebroken, affectionate, calm and makes a great snuggle bunny. ==== Synonyms ==== cuddle bunny, cuddle-bunny