/ ˈnesl; NAmE / verb [+ adv. / prep. ]
1.
[ v ] to sit or lie down in a warm or soft place :
He hugged her and she nestled against his chest.
2.
[ vn ] to put or hold sb/sth in a comfortable position in a warm or soft place :
He nestled the baby in his arms.
3.
[ v ] to be located in a position that is protected, sheltered or partly hidden :
The little town nestles snugly at the foot of the hill.
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WORD ORIGIN
Old English nestlian , from nest ; compare with Dutch nestelen .