Nest

/nɛst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A structure or place made or chosen by a bird for laying eggs and sheltering its young.

The robin built its nest in the tree outside my window.

A place where animals breed or shelter, often used metaphorically for any place of habitation.

The fox returned to its nest after searching for food.

A cozy or comfortable place.

She curled up in her nest of blankets on the couch.

verb

To make or repair a nest.

The birds will nest in the spring, gathering twigs and leaves.

To settle or fit snugly into a place.

The dolls were neatly nested inside the larger one.

Middle English 'nest', from Old English 'nyst', akin to Gothic 'nists'.

nest egg

A savings or reserve for future use.

love nest

A secluded place where a couple can be together privately.

nest of vipers

A group of treacherous or dangerous people.

bird

A type of animal that typically has feathers and lays eggs.

incubate

To keep eggs warm so that they develop and hatch.

Home or personal space.

After a long day, I just want to go back to my nest.

A situation of comfort and rest.

This sofa is my nest for the weekends.