ensconce

UK /ɛnˈskɒns/ US /ɛnˈskɒns/
verb 2

Definitions

verb

1

To place in a secure environment.

She shall not see me, I will ensconce mee behinde the Arras.

They found the sharp new heap they were seeking, and ensconced themselves within the protection of three great elms that grew in a bunch within a few feet of the grave.

2

To settle comfortably.

So many invitations had been extended to this premiére that the train was pretty nearly full; [...] the press and other guests distributed themselves over the remaining accommodation, and I ensconced myself in a facing window seat in one of the compartments of the third-class brake next the tender.

[…] Major was already ensconced on his bed of straw, under a lantern which hung from a beam.

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