Cozy vs. Cosy

Cozy vs. Cosy — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Cozy and Cosy

Cozynoun

a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm

Cosyadjective

Affording comfort and warmth; snug; social

Cozyadjective

enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space;

a cozy nook near the firesnug in beda snug little apartment

Cosynoun

A padded or knit covering put on an item to keep it warm, especially a teapot or egg.

Cozyadjective

having or fostering a warm or friendly atmosphere; especially through smallness and informality;

had a cozy chata relaxed informal manneran intimate cocktail loungethe small room was cozy and intimate

Cosynoun

A padded or knit covering for any item (often an electronic device such as a laptop computer).

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Cozyadjective

suggesting connivance;

a cozy arrangement with the police

Cosynoun

A work of crime fiction in which sex and violence are downplayed or treated humorously, and the crime and detection take place in a small, socially intimate community.

Cosyverb

To become snug and comfortable.

Cosyverb

To become friendly with.

He spent all day cosying up to the new boss, hoping for a plum assignment.

Cosynoun

a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm

Cosyadjective

enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space;

a cozy nook near the firesnug in beda snug little apartment
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