Nes"tle (?), v. i. [imp. & p.
p. Nestled (?); p. pr. & vb. n.
Nestling (?).] [AS. nestlian.] 1.
To make and occupy a nest; to nest. [Obs.]
The kingfisher . . . nestles in hollow
banks.
L'Estrange.
2. To lie close and snug, as a bird in her
nest; to cuddle up; to settle, as in a nest; to harbor; to take
shelter.
Their purpose was to fortify in some strong place of
the wild country, and there nestle till succors
came.
Bacon.
3. To move about in one's place, like a bird
when shaping the interior of her nest or a young bird getting close
to the parent; as, a child nestles.
Nes"tle, v. t. To house, as in a
nest.
2. To cherish, as a bird her young.
