nest

/nɛst/ 名词 B1

中文：鸟巢、巢、窝

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.

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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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