English dictionary
nest
/n/E/st/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
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a kind of gun emplacement
ExamplesA machine-gun nest.
A nest of snipers.
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a cosy or secluded retreat
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a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality
ExamplesA nest of thieves.
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furniture pieces made to fit close together
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The bed or receptacle prepared by a fowl for holding her eggs and for hatching and rearing her young.
Source: webster1913
verb
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inhabit a nest, usually after building
ExamplesBirds are nesting outside my window every Spring.
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fit together or fit inside
ExamplesNested bowls.
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move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
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gather nests
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To build and occupy a nest.
Source: webster1913
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To put into a nest; to form a nest for.
Source: webster1913