B1
to put your arms around someone and hold them tightly, usually because you love or like them
Dictionary examples:
The boy hugged his math textbook, hoping the answers would magically appear. (0.0)
The excited puppy hugged the mailman's leg, refusing to let go. (0.0)
She hugged the giant teddy bear, disappearing completely inside its fluffy arms. (0.0)
She sat on the floor hugging her knees. (26.7)
They hugged each other when they met at the station. (27.4)
Emily hugged her teddy bear tightly to her chest. (68.8)