Meaning & Definition of Nest in English

1. A structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young

2. A kind of gun emplacement

• "A machine-gun nest"

• "A nest of snipers"

3. A cosy or secluded retreat

4. A gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

• "A nest of thieves"

5. Furniture pieces made to fit close together

1. Inhabit a nest, usually after building

• "Birds are nesting outside my window every spring"

2. Fit together or fit inside

• "Nested bowls"

3. Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

• "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"

• "The children snuggled into their sleeping bags"

4. Gather nests