a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
Used in a Sentence
nestle
How to use nestle in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for nestle.
Editorial note
I'll nestle it here, just after my still-open 'Y2K preparation' ticket.
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Quick take
a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of nestle gathered in one view.
move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position; "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"; "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags"
lie in a sheltered position; "The little cottage nestles in the forest"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for nestle.
noun
a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
verb
move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position; "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"; "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags"
verb
lie in a sheltered position; "The little cottage nestles in the forest"
verb
position comfortably; "The baby nestled her head in her mother's elbow"
See also: snuggle
Example sentences
I'll nestle it here, just after my still-open 'Y2K preparation' ticket.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use nestle in a sentence?
I'll nestle it here, just after my still-open 'Y2K preparation' ticket.
What does nestle mean?
a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
What part of speech is nestle?
nestle is commonly used as noun, verb.