- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word History
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
nestles, nestling, nestled |
| definition 1: |
to lie close or curled next to.
The baby pigs nestled together.
- synonyms:
- curl up, snuggle
- similar words:
- caress, embrace, huddle, hug, squeeze
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| definition 2: |
to place or press in a snug or loving way.
The cat nestled its head against my foot.- similar words:
- cuddle, huddle, nuzzle, press
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| derivation: |
nestler (n.) |
Nestle comes from an Old English word that means "to build a nest."