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nestle
[nes-uhl]
verb (used without object)
to lie close and snug, like a bird in a nest; snuggle or cuddle.
to lie or be located in a sheltered spot; be naturally or pleasantly situated.
a cottage nestling in a pine grove.
Archaic.
to make or have a nest.
to make one's home; settle in a home.
verb (used with object)
to settle or ensconce snugly.
He nestled himself into the hay for a short nap.
to put or press confidingly or affectionately.
She nestled her head on his shoulder.
to provide with or settle in a nest, as a bird.
nestle
/ ˈɛə /
verb
(intr; often foll by up or down) to snuggle, settle, or cuddle closely
(intr) to be in a sheltered or protected position; lie snugly
(tr) to shelter or place snugly or partly concealed, as in a nest
Other Word Forms
- nestler noun
- unnestled adjective
- ˈԱٱ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of nestle1
Example Sentences
Leaders of some of the world's wealthiest countries have descended on a luxury mountain lodge nestled in Canada's Rockies for this year's G7 summit.
The weekend features 15 stages nestled in an Area of Outstanding National Beauty.
Those key takeaways are nestled among rehashed pledges like expanding free school meals and introducing free breakfast clubs.
Typically, the store that is nestled along the Los Angeles River bed would be filled with weekend warriors tackling home improvements, workers collecting supplies and immigrants in search of work.
Then my husband and I will nestle in.
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