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.
Recent Examples on the Web
And that rash, be on your little one's face, behind their ears, in their neck folds, on their butt, or in any other of their many nooks and crannies, is totally normal.
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Deanna Pai, Allure, 11 Apr. 2024
As King Charles, 75, invites the public into new nooks for the first time this summer, The Times cited royal biographer Robert Hardman’s prediction that the King would open up Balmoral during his reign.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
The angled windows sit above reading nooks and study desks.
—Beth Lipoff, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2024
Show it some love (and get rid of the mildew lurking under the cap) with a weekly scrub with this bottle brush, which has a combination of gentle and abrasive bristles that’ll target all the nooks and crannies.
—Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 25 Mar. 2024
Like many baby cups, these need to be thoroughly taken apart to clean to prevent mold and bacteria growth in all of its nooks and crannies.
—Lauren Wellbank, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
Look for ways to take advantage of every nook in a kid’s room.
—Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
All the cabins have private decks, soaking tubs, and outdoor showers, plus gas fireplaces, reading nooks, kettles, and skylights.
—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
Oak floors imported from Europe flow into the open dining room, which connects to a chef’s kitchen with stainless Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry and breakfast nook.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024
Deanna Pai, Allure, 11 Apr. 2024
As King Charles, 75, invites the public into new nooks for the first time this summer, The Times cited royal biographer Robert Hardman’s prediction that the King would open up Balmoral during his reign.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
The angled windows sit above reading nooks and study desks.
—Beth Lipoff, Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2024
Show it some love (and get rid of the mildew lurking under the cap) with a weekly scrub with this bottle brush, which has a combination of gentle and abrasive bristles that’ll target all the nooks and crannies.
—Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 25 Mar. 2024
Like many baby cups, these need to be thoroughly taken apart to clean to prevent mold and bacteria growth in all of its nooks and crannies.
—Lauren Wellbank, Parents, 20 Mar. 2024
Look for ways to take advantage of every nook in a kid’s room.
—Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2024
All the cabins have private decks, soaking tubs, and outdoor showers, plus gas fireplaces, reading nooks, kettles, and skylights.
—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
Oak floors imported from Europe flow into the open dining room, which connects to a chef’s kitchen with stainless Thermador appliances, a walk-in pantry and breakfast nook.
—James McClain, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English noke, nok
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of nook was
in the 14th century
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“Nook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nook. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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Kids Definition
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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