Nestle meaning

What does “nestle” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“nestle” is a noun and verb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace.

nestle

noun

  1. a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

  1. 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”

  2. lie in a sheltered position

    “The little cottage nestles in the forest”

  3. position comfortably

    “The baby nestled her head in her mother's elbow”

    Synonymssnuggle

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University