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cozy (adj.)

"snug, comfortable, warm," 1709, colsie, originally Scottish dialect, perhaps of Scandinavian origin (compare Norwegian kose seg "be cozy"). In Britain, usually cosy. Related: Cozily; coziness. As a noun, "padded covering for a teapot to keep the heat in," 1863.

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Definitions of cozy from WordNet
1
cozy (adj.)
enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space;
a cozy nook near the fire
Synonyms: cosy / snug
cozy (adj.)
having or fostering a warm or friendly and informal atmosphere;
the small room was cozy and intimate
had a cozy chat
Synonyms: intimate / informal
cozy (adj.)
suggesting connivance;
a cozy arrangement with the police
2
cozy (n.)
a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm;
Synonyms: cosy / tea cosy / tea cozy
From wordnet.princeton.edu

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