nest

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nest Definition

• (n) a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
• (n) a kind of gun emplacement; "a machine-gun nest"; "a nest of snipers"
• (n) a cosy or secluded retreat
• (n) a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality; "a nest of thieves"
• (n) furniture pieces made to fit close together
• (v) inhabit a nest, usually after building; "birds are nesting outside my window every Spring"
• (v) fit together or fit inside; "nested bowls"
• (v) 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"
• (v) gather nests

nest Synonyms

• cuddle
• draw close
• nest
• nestle
• nuzzle
• snuggle