en ‧ sconce /ɪnˈskɒns $ ɪnˈskɑːns/ BrE AmE verb [transitive usually passive]
[ Date: 1500-1600 ; Origin: sconce 'small strong building for defense' (16-19 centuries) , from Dutch schans ]
to settle yourself in a place where you feel comfortable and safe
ensconce in/at/on etc
Nick was comfortably ensconced in front of the TV set.
ensconce yourself
Agnes had ensconced herself in the best bedroom.