also: なずく · なづく
godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
become attached to; take to; become tame; get close to
Describes a person or animal growing fond of and comfortable with someone, often after initial wariness. Commonly used for pets, children, or shy individuals warming up to a person.
子犬がすぐに私になついた。
The puppy quickly became attached to me.
人見知
It took time for the shy child to warm up to the teacher.