croodle

v. i. (krŪ"d'l)

[Cf. Cruddle, Crudle.]

1. To cower or cuddle together, as from fear or cold; to lie close and snug together, as pigs in straw. [Prov. Eng.] Wright. Forby.

A dove to fly home to her nest and croodle there.

C. Kingsley.

2. To fawn or coax. [Obs.]

3. To coo. [Scot.]

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to cower or crouch down; to draw oneself together, as for warmth; to cling close together, or nestle close to a person: snuggle