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Nestling
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a fool or simpleton; ninny. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
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verb (used without object)
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.
verb (used with object)
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.
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Word Origin & History
nestling
1399, "bird too young to leave the nest," from nest (q.v.) + dim. suffix -ling.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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