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NESTED Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word nested. (exact relations)
There are 28 hypernyms of the word nested. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for NESTED

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embedded
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• enclosed firmly in a surrounding mass

• inserted as an integral part of a surrounding whole

enclosed
adjectiveadj
adjective

• closed in or surrounded or included within

wrapped
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• enclosed securely in a covering of paper or the like

adjective satellite

• covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

• giving or marked by complete attention to

encompassed
verbv
verb

• include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory

enfolded
verbv
verb

• enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering

enveloped
verb, adjectivev, adj
verb

• enclose or enfold completely with or as if with a covering

cuddle
verbv
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• hold (a person or thing) close, as for affection, comfort, or warmth

nestle
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• lie in a sheltered position

• position comfortably

nuzzle
verbv
verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• rub noses

• dig out with the snout

snuggle
verbv
noun

• a close and affectionate (and often prolonged) embrace

verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• position comfortably

draw close
verbv
verb

• move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• move towards

• pull towards oneself

Best Hypernyms For NESTED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for nested, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (19)
clutch collect dwell embed engraft furniture gang garner gather imbed implant inhabit live mob pack plant populate retreat ring
Phrases (9)
article of furniturecling togun emplacementhold closehold tightnatural objectpiece of furniturepull togetherweapons emplacement

Alternatives for EMBEDDED

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