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    Nido (en. Nest)

    /ˈnido/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Structure or place where birds live and raise their young.
    The canary's nest is made of small twigs.
    El nido del canario está hecho de pequeñas ramitas.
    Any place where a breeding process takes place or where a sense of protection is felt.
    The squirrel's nest is in a tree.
    El nido de las ardillas está en un árbol.
    Metaphor for any place that is considered safe or cozy.
    Home is the safest nest for the family.
    El hogar es el nido más seguro para la familia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nidus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    love nest
    A place where a romance is lived.
    nido de amor
    empty nest
    A stage in life when children have left home.
    nido vacío
    to make a nest
    To establish a place of safety or comfort.
    hacer nido

    Related Words

    nesting
    The process of building a nest.
    nidificación
    to nest
    To build a nest.
    nidar
    little nest
    Diminutive of nest.
    nidito

    Slang Meanings

    A place where a group gathers or feels comfortable.
    That café has become our nest.
    Esa cafetería se ha vuelto nuestro nido.
    Temporary shelter for homeless people.
    In winter, many seek a nest to protect themselves from the cold.
    En invierno, muchos buscan un nido para protegerse del frío.