Nest

Pronunciation: /nɛst/

Definitions of nest

noun a structure built by birds or insects to hold eggs and provide a safe environment for offspring

Example Sentences

A1 The bird built a nest in the tree.

A2 The squirrel found a cozy nest in the hollow of the tree.

B1 The robin carefully lined her nest with soft feathers.

B2 The nest was hidden among the branches, making it difficult to spot.

C1 The ornithologist studied the intricate design of the bird's nest.

C2 The weaver bird meticulously wove together twigs and grass to create its elaborate nest.

Examples of nest in a Sentence

formal The bird carefully built its nest using twigs and leaves.

informal I saw a cute little bird's nest in the tree outside.

slang That new apartment is a cozy little nest.

figurative She felt safe and secure in her nest of blankets on the couch.

Grammatical Forms of nest

• past tense: nested
• plural: nests
• comparative: more nested
• superlative: most nested
• present tense: nest
• future tense: will nest
• perfect tense: have nested
• continuous tense: is nesting
• singular: nest
• positive degree: nest
• infinitive: to nest
• gerund: nesting
• participle: nested

Origin and Evolution of nest

First Known Use: 0825 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'nest' originated from the Old English word 'nest' or 'næst' which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'nasta'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a bird's nest, the word 'nest' has evolved to encompass the concept of a sheltered place for animals or insects to lay eggs or give birth. It is also used metaphorically to describe a cozy or snug place for humans to rest or live.