One of a hugging pair Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
2. any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm
(verb)
1. prepare oneself for a military confrontation
2. supply with arms

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

HUGGING (noun)
1. affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
PAIR (noun)
1. a set of two similar things considered as a unit
2. two items of the same kind
PAIR (verb)
1. arrange in pairs
2. form a pair or pairs

Hint 3: Anagram

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