nestle

Definition of nestle

Verbs

move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
Synonyms:
cuddle, draw close, nest, nuzzle, snuggle
Type of:
cling to, clutch, hold close, hold tight
hold firmly, usually with one's hands
lie in a sheltered position
"The little cottage nestles in the forest"
Type of:
lie
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
position comfortably
"The baby nestled her head in her mother's elbow"
Synonyms:
snuggle
cuddle, draw close, nest, nuzzle
move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
Type of:
lay, place, pose, position, put, set
put into a certain place or abstract location

Nouns

a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
Synonyms:
cuddle, snuggle
Type of:
embrace, embracement, embracing
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)

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