nes·tle
nestle
- pronunciation:
- ne
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- parts of speech:
- intransitive verb, transitive verb
- features:
- Word History
| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| inflections: |
nestled, nestles, nestling |
| definition 1: |
to lie close or curled up, as for warmth or affection.
The puppies nestled near their mother.
- synonyms:
- cuddle, curl up, nuzzle, snuggle
- similar words:
- caress, embrace, huddle, hug, squeeze
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| definition 2: |
to lie or be situated in a sheltered location or refuge.
They lived in a small cabin that nestled in the woods.- synonyms:
- nest
- similar words:
- dwell, ensconce, lodge, settle, settle down
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| definition: |
to place or press snugly or affectionately.
The child nestled her head against her mother's shoulder.- synonyms:
- snuggle
- similar words:
- cuddle, huddle, nuzzle, press
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| derivation: |
nestler (n.) |
Nestle comes from an Old English word that means "to build a nest."