nest
Translation
nest, retreat, cosy place
Examples
The bird built a nest in the tree.
The bird built a nest in the tree.
Our house is a cozy nest for our family.
Our house is a cosy nest for our family.
Grammar Patterns
a nest ((in/on sth.)) a place where a bird lays eggs The bird built a nest in the tree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: den, lair, home, roost
Etymology
From Old English 'nest', meaning a bird's dwelling, from Proto-Germanic *nestaz.
Memory Tips
Picture a bird's nest, a safe and cosy home built from twigs. This image helps remember its meaning as a safe, comfortable place.