Nestle: meaning, definitions and examples

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nestle

[ ˈnɛsəl ]

^{Context #1}

intransitive

To settle oneself comfortably and cozily in a place.

Synonyms

cuddle, nuzzle, snuggle

Examples of usage

She nestled into the soft cushions of the couch.
The cat nestled in the warm sunbeam.

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transitive

To place something in a sheltered or snug position.

Synonyms

nest, settle, tuck

Examples of usage

She nestled the baby in her arms.
The bird nestled its eggs in the nest.

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literal

A cozy, snug place or position.

Synonyms

cranny, hiding place, nook

Examples of usage

The squirrel built its nestle in the tree hollow.
The child found a warm nestle in the blankets.

Translations

Translations of the word "nestle" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aninhar

🇮🇳 गले लगाना

🇩🇪 sich einkuscheln

🇮🇩 membelai

🇺🇦 гніздитися

🇵🇱 gnieździć się

🇯🇵 巣を作る

🇫🇷 se blottir

🇪🇸 acurrucarse

🇹🇷 yuva yapmak

🇰🇷 포근히 안다

🇸🇦 يتعانق

🇨🇿 hnízdit

🇸🇰 hniezdiť

🇨🇳 依偎

🇸🇮 gnezditi

🇮🇸 hreiðra um sig

🇰🇿 ұя салу

🇬🇪 ბუდობა

🇦🇿 yuva qurmaq

🇲🇽 acurrucarse

Word origin

The word 'nestle' originated from Middle English 'nestlen', which meant 'to build a nest'. The sense of 'snuggle down' came about in the 16th century. Over time, the word evolved to encompass both the literal and metaphorical meanings of finding a cozy place. Today, 'nestle' is commonly used to describe settling into comfort or placing something in a sheltered position.