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单词 ensconce
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024
en•sconce /ɛnˈskɑns/USA pronunciation   v. [+ oneself], -sconced, -sconc•ing. 
  1. to settle securely or snugly:The kitten was ensconced in an armchair. He ensconced himself in the study to escape from the noise in the living room.

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024
en•sconce  (en skons),USA pronunciation v.t., -sconced, -sconc•ing. 
  1. to settle securely or snugly:I found her in the library, ensconced in an armchair.
  2. to cover or shelter;
    hide securely:He ensconced himself in the closet in order to eavesdrop.
  • en-1 + sconce2 1580–90

Collins Concise English Dictionary © HarperCollins Publishers::
ensconce /ɪnˈskɒns/ vb (tr; often passive)
  1. to establish or settle firmly or comfortably: ensconced in a chair
  2. to place in safety; hide
Etymology: 16th Century: see en-1, sconce²
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