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 traditional main residence showcases intricate molding and dark wood flooring throughout, from the grand formal living and dining rooms to the more casual sitting rooms and breakfast nook, with practically all the spaces featuring stately fireplaces.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026
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The building will have a gym, a gross motor room with play equipment for the youngest students, a two-story library with reading nooks, a learning hub able to accommodate two classes at a time, and an outdoor area with patio furniture.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026
Like so much of Su’s music, Foundry moves past you like fog billowing into a room, occupying every nook and cranny.
—Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 30 Apr. 2026
As a result, Gemini is seeping into every nook and cranny of the Google ecosystem.
—ArsTechnica, 30 Apr. 2026
The building will have a gym, a gross motor room with play equipment for the youngest students, a two-story library with reading nooks, a learning hub able to accommodate two classes at a time, and an outdoor area with patio furniture.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
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“Nook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nook. Accessed 1 May. 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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