Meaning of the word "cozy up to" in English

What does "cozy up to" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cozy up to

US /ˈkoʊ.zi ʌp tuː/
UK /ˈkəʊ.zi ʌp tuː/

Phrasal Verb

to try to become friendly with someone, especially in order to get something from them

Example:
He's always trying to cozy up to the boss for a promotion.
She started to cozy up to the popular kids in school.