The difference between Hug and Hunker

When used as nouns, hug means an affectionate close embrace, whereas hunker means a political conservative.

When used as verbs, hug means to crouch, whereas hunker means to crouch or squat close to the ground.

check bellow for the other definitions of Hug and Hunker

Hug as a verb (intransitive, obsolete):

To crouch; huddle as with cold.

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Hug as a verb (intransitive):

To cling closely together.
Hug as a verb (transitive):

To embrace by holding closely, especially in the arms.

Examples:

"Billy hugged Danny until he felt better."
Hug as a verb (transitive):

To stay close to (the shore etc.)
Hug as a verb (transitive, figurative):

To hold fast; to cling to; to cherish.

Hunker as a verb (intransitive):

To crouch or squat close to the ground
Hunker as a verb (intransitive):

To apply oneself to a task