nest
/nɛst/ sustantivo B1En español: nido, nidal
- A structure built by a bird as a place to incubate eggs and rear young.
- A structure built, or site modified, to incubate eggs, rear young, or shelter a colony. · mouse nests, wasp nests, skink nests· Trapdoor spider nests are vertical tubes in the ground, lined with silk.
- A temporary structure or modified site created by an animal for sleeping, resting, or protection from the elements. · Chimpanzees bend and weave fresh tree branches to create a comfortable nest for the night.
- A depression, mound, or localized structure prepared by an aquatic animal for spawning and guarding eggs. · The male stickleback glues together pieces of algae to form a tunnel-like nest to attract a mate.
- A snug, comfortable, or cosy residence or job situation.
- A retreat, or place of habitual resort.
- A hideout for bad people to frequent or haunt; a den. · a nest of thieves· That nightclub is a nest of strange people!
- A home that a child or young adult shares with a parent or guardian. · I am aspiring to leave the nest.
Plural nests
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And nests among the trees;
THESE nuts, that I keep in the back of the nest
## II NEST EGGS
The brown nest is seated;
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