nestle

verb
UK: /ˈnes.əl/
US: /ˈnes.əl/

  1. To settle comfortably and snugly.

    1. The kitten likes to nestle in my lap.
    2. I like to nestle into my blankets when it's cold, feeling warm and secure.

  2. To be located in a sheltered or partly hidden place.

    1. The village nestle in the valley.
    2. The small cottage happens to nestle among the trees, providing privacy.

  3. To hold (something or someone) close in a loving way.

    1. She wanted to nestle her baby.
    2. The mother helped nestle her child closely during the scary movie.

Synonyms

settle snuggle snug huddle cuddle
nestle noun

  1. A sheltered or snug place.

    1. This room is a nestle.
    2. The warm corner became a perfect nestle for reading on chilly evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "nestle" in English means: To settle comfortably and snugly., To be located in a sheltered or partly hidden place., To hold (something or someone) close in a loving way..

The phonetic transcription of "nestle" is /ˈnes.əl/ in British English and /ˈnes.əl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "nestle": settle, snuggle, snug, huddle, cuddle.

Example usage of "nestle": "The kitten likes to nestle in my lap.". More examples on the page.