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单词 nestle
释义 nestle
 —nestler,  n.  
 /nes"euhl/,  v.  , nestled, nestling.
  v.i.  
  1. to lie close and snug, like a bird in a nest; snuggle or cuddle.
  2. to lie or be located in a sheltered spot; be naturally or pleasantly situated: a cottage nestling in a pine grove.
  3.  Archaic.  
   a. to make or have a nest.
   b. to make one's home; settle in a home.
  v.t.  
  4. to settle or ensconce snugly: He nestled himself into the hay for a short nap.
  5. to put or press confidingly or affectionately: She nestled her head on his shoulder.
  6. to provide with or settle in a nest, as a bird.
 [bef. 1000; ME nestlen, OE nestlian, c. D nestelen. See NEST, -LE]
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