Nestle

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈnÉ›sÉ™l/
• Rhymes: -É›sÉ™l

Origin

Old English nestlian, "make a nest", derived from nest+-lian.

Full definition of nestle

Verb

1. To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
2. To press oneself against another affectionately.
3. To lie half-hidden or in shelter.The old shop nestled between the newer apartment buildings.
• Francis BaconTheir purpose was to fortify in some strong place of the wild country, and there nestle till succours came.
4. (archaic, ornithology) To build or sit upon a nest.
• L'EstrangeThe kingfisher ... nestles in hollow banks.
5. (transitive)
• William S. WoodbridgeShe made no answer, but her fingers nervously nestled the leaves of a book.

Synonyms

• to settle oneself comfortably: settle
• to press oneself against another affectionately: cuddle, snuggle

Related terms

• nest