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How does one say in English when, as a reaction to cold, a person crosses their arms, grabbing their own shoulders? It is a very common gesture, not shrugging as "I don't care", but to keep the cold off. I believe there is one verb, but I can't remember it.

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  • do you mean, the verb- cuddle? – adityasrivastav Feb 12 '15 at 13:23
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    @adityasrivastav I don't think so. Cuddling is what one person does to another. Hugging oneself (maybe/maybe not the right phrase) is what you do to keep yourself warm. – Mitch Feb 12 '15 at 13:28
  • Yes, I mean what one does to himself for warmth. – Norrsken Feb 12 '15 at 13:40
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Hugging oneself for warmth comes to mind

Have a look at Google Books

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You might be thinking of huddle (not cuddle). While this is usually used for a group ("huddled together for warmth"), it can also be applied to individuals "huddled miserably in his greatcoat".

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