noun
Uncommon
nook
nuuk
Nook (noun) means a small, cozy corner or recess in a room or space. Example: “They set up a reading nook by the window with a soft armchair.”
noun
1
A small, cozy corner or recess in a room or space.
"They set up a reading nook by the window with a soft armchair."
"We found a quiet nook in the library to study."
2
A secluded or hidden spot, especially outdoors.
"The cabin sat in a nook tucked away in the mountains."
How to use nook
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small, tucked-away corner or hidden spot.
Common pairings
breakfast nook
cozy nook
every nook and cranny
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Word forms
- Plural
- nooks
- Third person singular
- nooks
- Past tense
- nooked
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Etymology
From Middle English noke, of uncertain origin, possibly linked to an Old English word for "hook" or "bend."
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Rhymes for nook
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What does “nook” mean?
The word “nook” means a small, cozy corner or recess in a room or space. In plain terms, a small, tucked-away corner or hidden spot.
How do you pronounce “nook”?
“Nook” is pronounced nuuk (/nʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “nook” in a sentence?
Here is “nook” used in a sentence: “They set up a reading nook by the window with a soft armchair.”
What part of speech is “nook”?
“Nook” is a noun.
Where does the word “nook” come from?
The word “nook” comes from Old English. From Middle English noke, of uncertain origin, possibly linked to an Old English word for "hook" or "bend.".
Is “nook” a common word?
“Nook” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “nook” have?
“Nook” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, cozy corner or recess in a room or space.
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