human
I've always wondered about the meaning behind the word "hug."
assistant
I'm glad you asked! The word hug comes from the Old English word húc, which meant “to embrace”. In modern English, we use hug to express a warm, close, and often affectionate physical contact between people. Hugs are usually performed with arms around each other’s shoulders or waists, but can also be expressed through other gestures such as hand-holding, head-patting, or even kissing.