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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The home is ideal for couples or solo travelers looking to unplug, with peaceful nooks throughout (including a highly Instagrammable bathtub facing the water).
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
Turn the Corner One of the more dramatic transformations, the kitchen was opened up to include a breakfast nook that has contemporary flair.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
From a minimalist metal frame to a toddler-worthy reading nook, the best lofted beds ensure your room can serve as so much more than just a place to sleep.
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My window-nook daybed jutted out over the city streets, the perfect perch for watching Manhattan unfold below while wrapped in the most impossibly cozy bathrobe (sustainably sourced, of course).
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
Turn the Corner One of the more dramatic transformations, the kitchen was opened up to include a breakfast nook that has contemporary flair.
—Katherine Owen, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026
From a minimalist metal frame to a toddler-worthy reading nook, the best lofted beds ensure your room can serve as so much more than just a place to sleep.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
My window-nook daybed jutted out over the city streets, the perfect perch for watching Manhattan unfold below while wrapped in the most impossibly cozy bathrobe (sustainably sourced, of course).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Nook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nook. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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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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