nestled Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
   nuzzle; nest; nestle; cuddle; draw close; snuggle.
   
   • We cuddled against each other to keep warm
   • The children snuggled into their sleeping bags
2. verb lie in a sheltered position
   nestle.
   
   • The little cottage nestles in the forest
3. verb position comfortably
   nestle; snuggle.
   
   • The baby nestled her head in her mother's elbow
4. adjective satellite drawn or pressed close to someone or something for or as if for affection or protection
   snuggled.
   
   • saw a number of small houses nestled against the hillside
   • like a baby snuggled in its mother's arms

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