1
chiefly Scotland
: a right-angled corner
2
a
: an interior angle formed by two meeting walls
b
: a secluded or sheltered place or part
searched every nook and cranny
c
: a small often recessed section of a larger room
a breakfast nook
Examples of nook in a Sentence
an old house full of nooks and crannies
a cozy nook perfect for reading
We found a shady nook under an old oak tree.
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During the day, the property has a plethora of nooks in which to escape, from quiet decks tucked under trees or on the water, plus a wild beach, a yoga deck, and an outdoor gym.
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
But honestly, nothing beats reading aloud to my kids in our little reading nook at home.
—New York Times, 18 May 2025
In a small nook with two chairs, a compact round table is ideal.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
Photo : Ian Alexander Nelson A small nook is lined with books.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
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Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
But honestly, nothing beats reading aloud to my kids in our little reading nook at home.
—New York Times, 18 May 2025
In a small nook with two chairs, a compact round table is ideal.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
Photo : Ian Alexander Nelson A small nook is lined with books.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 8 May 2025
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“Nook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nook. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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nook
noun1
: an interior angle or corner formed usually by two walls
a chimney nook
2
: a sheltered or hidden place
a shady nook
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