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ensconce
[ en-skons ]
/ ɛnˈskɒns /
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verb (used with object), en·sconced, en·sconc·ing.
to settle securely or snugly: I found her in the library, ensconced in an armchair.
to cover or shelter; hide securely: He ensconced himself in the closet in order to eavesdrop.
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ens, ENSA, ensample, ensanguine, Enschede, ensconce, ensconced, enscroll, ensemble, ensemble acting, Ensenada
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British Dictionary definitions for ensconce
ensconce
/ (ɪnˈskɒns) /
verb (tr; often passive)
to establish or settle firmly or comfortablyensconced in a chair
to place in safety; hide
Word Origin for ensconce
C16: see en- 1, sconce ²
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