Nest - Definition

nest

n 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
v 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" [syn: cuddle, snuggle,
nestle, nest, nuzzle, draw close]
4: gather nests

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