ensconce
Americanverb (used with object)
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to settle securely or snugly.
I found her in the library, ensconced in an armchair.
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to cover or shelter; hide securely.
He ensconced himself in the closet in order to eavesdrop.
verb
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to establish or settle firmly or comfortably
ensconced in a chair
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to place in safety; hide
Etymology
Origin of ensconce
Example Sentences
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Not surprisingly, John and Yoko quickly ensconce themselves among the nation’s glitterati, making vital connections with the likes of "yippie" founder Jerry Rubin, Black Panther Bobby Seale and poet Allen Ginsberg.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2025
Now, though – with Valverde gone and Suárez injured – Griezmann can ensconce, and against Getafe he showed his potential, applying a lovely finish to Lionel Messi’s through-ball before contributing to Sergi Roberto’s winner.
From The Guardian • Feb. 17, 2020
It is plainly absurd to lionize and further the feral spirit of rock, and then to ensconce it behind archival Plexiglas.
From The New Yorker • May 2, 2017
The NightHawks' synthetic leather pads just ensconce the ear in soft and velvety loveliness.
From The Verge • May 20, 2016
The real estate taxes her father was paying would have been double the amount of money required to ensconce her in the most expensive boarding school.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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