ensconce

verb

Etymology: From en- + sconce, “to place in a sconce (“fortification”)”.

1. To place in a secure environment.

   “She shall not see me, I will ensconce mee behinde the Arras.”

   “They found the sharp new heap they were seeking, and ensconced themselves within the protection of three great elms that grew in a bunch within a few feet of the grave.”

2. To settle comfortably.

   “So many invitations had been extended to this premiére that the train was pretty nearly full; [...] the press and other guests distributed themselves over the remaining accommodation, and I ensconced myself in a facing window seat in one of the compartments of the third-class brake next the tender.”

   “[…] Major was already ensconced on his bed of straw, under a lantern which hung from a beam.”