Nestling

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛsəl/

Nestling (verb)

  1. To settle or move into a comfortable position, often close to something warm or soft.
  2. To place something carefully and securely in a specific location.

Examples

  • The cat likes to nestle in the warm blanket.
  • She will nestle the baby in the crib.

Common collocations: nestle comfortably, nestle close, nestle securely, nestle into place

Synonyms of Nestling

Neutral

Antonyms of Nestling

  • to disturb or disrupt comfort