Affection and Bear hug

Affection noun - A feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone.

Bear hug and affection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Bear hug" instead a noun "Affection".

Nearby Words: affect, affected, affectation, affectionate, affecting

Bear hug noun - A wrestling hold with arms locked tightly around the opponent.

Affection and bear hug are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affection" instead a noun phrase "Bear hug".