Definitions for: Nestle

[n] a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace
[v] 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"

Webster (1913) Definition: Nes"tle, v. i. [imp. & p. p. Nestled; p. pr. & vb. n.
Nestling.] [AS. nestlian.]
1. To make and occupy a nest; to nest. [Obs.]

The kingfisher . . . nestles in hollow banks.
--L'Estrange.

2. To lie close and snug, as a bird in her nest; to cuddle
up; to settle, as in a nest; to harbor; to take shelter.

Their purpose was to fortify in some strong place of
the wild country, and there nestle till succors
came. --Bacon.

3. To move about in one's place, like a bird when shaping the
interior of her nest or a young bird getting close to the
parent; as, a child nestles.

Nes"tle, v. t.
To house, as in a nest.

2. To cherish, as a bird her young.

Synonyms: cuddle, cuddle, draw close, nuzzle, snuggle, snuggle

See Also: cling to, clutch, embrace, embracing, hold close, hold tight

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