Definitions for nest

Definitions for (noun) nest

Main entry: nest

Definition: a kind of gun emplacement

Usage: a machine-gun nest; a nest of snipers


Main entry: nest

Definition: furniture pieces made to fit close together


Main entry: nest

Definition: a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

Usage: a nest of thieves


Main entry: nest

Definition: a cosy or secluded retreat


Main entry: nest

Definition: a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young


Definitions for (verb) nest

Main entry: nest

Definition: gather nests


Main entry: snuggle, nuzzle, nest, nestle, cuddle, draw close

Definition: move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

Usage: We cuddled against each other to keep warm; The children snuggled into their sleeping bags


Main entry: nest

Definition: fit together or fit inside

Usage: nested bowls


Main entry: nest

Definition: inhabit a nest, usually after building

Usage: birds are nesting outside my window every Spring


Visual thesaurus for nest