nestle

• 名词，指亲密而温柔的拥抱，常为长时间的依偎；也可指舒适地贴近、蜷伏的状态。

A noun referring to a close and affectionate embrace, often prolonged.

1. Close and affectionate embraceB2informal

   A close, warm, and often prolonged hug or cuddle, typically expressing affection.

   依偎

   • She gave him a gentle nestle before saying goodbye.
   • The child found comfort in a nestle with his mother.
   • After a long day, they enjoyed a quiet nestle on the sofa.

   同义词claspcuddleembracehugsnuggle

   反义词pushrebuffrejectionrepulsionshoveshunningsnub

• 动词，表示舒适地安顿或安置在某物内部或旁边，常指温暖或安全的地方。

A verb used to indicate the act of settling or lying comfortably within or against something, often in a warm or sheltered position.

1. Settle comfortablyB1formal

   To move or arrange oneself into a warm, cozy, or comfortable position, often by pressing against something soft.

   舒适地安顿

   • She nestled into the soft cushions of the sofa.
   • The child nestled against her mother's shoulder.
   • He nestled deeper under the warm blanket.

   同义词burrowcuddlecurl uphuddlenuzzlesettlesnuggle

2. Lie in a sheltered spotB2formal

   To be situated in a protected or partially hidden location, often surrounded by natural features.

   坐落于隐蔽处

   • The cottage nestles in a quiet valley.
   • The village nestles among the rolling hills.
   • A small cabin nestles at the edge of the forest.

   同义词liesettlesnuggle

3. Position comfortablyB1formal

   To place or position something in a snug, secure, or comfortable way.

   安放舒适

   • She nestled the baby in her arms.
   • He nestled the vase carefully on the shelf.
   • The cat nestled its head against my hand.

   同义词burrowcuddleensconcenuzzlesettlesnuggletuck