First Known Use: before 12th century
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nestle
verb nes·tle \ˈne-səl\
: to lie comfortably close to or against someone or something
: to place (something) close to, next to, or within something
: to land or settle softly into something
nes·tlednes·tling \-s(ə-)liŋ\
Full Definition of NESTLE
intransitive verb
1
archaic : nest 1
2
: to settle snugly or comfortably
3
: to lie in an inconspicuous or sheltered manner
transitive verb
1
: to settle, shelter, or house in or as if in a nest <the children were nestled all snug in their beds — Clement Moore>
2
: to press closely and affectionately <nestles a kitten in her arms>
— nes·tler \-s(ə-)lər\ noun
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Origin of NESTLE
Middle English, from Old English nestlian, from nest
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nestle
verb nes·tle \ˈne-səl\
nes·tlednes·tling \ˈnes-liŋ, -ə-liŋ\
Definition of NESTLE for Kids
1
: to lie close and snug : cuddle
2
: to be located snugly or in a place not easily noticed <The village nestles in a valley.>
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