nestle
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.
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.
Origin of nestle
1Other words from nestle
- nestler, noun
- un·nes·tled, adjective
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How to use nestle in a sentence
Nestled in the hills are small market towns like Buleda, dominated by Baluch who make a living smuggling diesel and drugs.
The Dangerous Drug-Funded Secret War Between Iran and Pakistan | Umar Farooq | December 29, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTRegularly on the lineup, though nestled among the headliners, was Roy Masters.
A new hotel allows visitors to live like those settlers…nestled in the cliffside.
Nevers is a revelation for us both, a wonderful town nestled on the Loire and bursting with cathedrals, chateaux and history.
Nestled here, in the southwestern corner of the compound, is a heap of crumbling concrete.
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The long line of little gray, weather-beaten houses nestled peacefully among the orange trees.
The Awakening and Selected Short Stories | Kate ChopinThe dirty old black hand clasped the tender little white one, which nestled into it gratefully.
A Lost Hero | Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward and Herbert D. WardA serpent is a serpent, and none the less a viper, because nestled in the bosom of an honest hearted man.
The agent's house nestled among trees and shrubbery on the most attractive corner.
Mystery Ranch | Arthur ChapmanAs Mata scolded, the girl nestled back among her quilts, smiling mischievously.
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British Dictionary definitions for nestle
/ (ˈnɛsəl) /
(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
Origin of nestle
1Derived forms of nestle
- nestler, noun
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