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nook definition

nook (no̵ok)

noun

  1. a corner of a room, or a part of a room cut off from the main part a breakfast nook
  2. a small recess or secluded spot; retreat

Etymology: ME (chiefly Northern) nok, akin to Norw nakke, a hook, ON hnekkja, to hem in, drive back, OE hnecca, the neck

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