Meaning of nestle in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  3. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈnɛsəl/

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  1. Verb

    nestle

    Etymology

    Old English nestlian, from nest; compare with Dutch nestelen

    Definitions

    1. move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

    Examples

    • « We cuddled against each other to keep warm »
    • « The children snuggled into their sleeping bags »

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  2. 2. lie in a sheltered position

    Examples

    • « The little cottage nestles in the forest »
  3. 3. position comfortably

    Examples

    • « The baby nestled her head in her mother's elbow »

  4. Noun

    nestle

    Definitions

    1. a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

    Derived terms

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