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nest
verb(nest)
move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
Synonyms: cuddle, draw close, nestle, nuzzle, snuggle,
nest
noun(nest)
a cosy or secluded retreat
nest
noun(nest)
a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality
Examples:
A nest of thieves.
nest
noun(nest)
a kind of gun emplacement
Examples:
A machine-gun nest.
A nest of snipers.
nest
noun(nest)
a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
nest
verb(nest)
fit together or fit inside
Examples:
Nested bowls.
nest
noun(nest)
furniture pieces made to fit close together
nest
verb(nest)
gather nests
nest
verb(nest)
inhabit a nest, usually after building
Examples:
Birds are nesting outside my window every Spring.

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