1. a young bird that has not yet left the nest

1. settling comfortably into a position; snuggling
Usage: present participle of nestle

Examples

• The mother bird fed the hungry nestling in the oak tree.
• We found a fallen nestling and carefully returned it to its nest.
• The baby robin was still a nestling, unable to fly.
• She was nestling against her father’s shoulder during the movie.
• The cat was nestling in the warm blanket by the fireplace.
• The children were nestling together on the couch to stay warm.
• He found himself nestling into the comfortable armchair.