NEST

(noun, verb)

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There are 9 meanings of the word Nest.

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Nest - as a noun

A structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young

Hypernyms (Closely Related)

Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A kind of gun emplacement

Example: "A machine-gun nest"

A cosy or secluded retreat

A gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality

Example: "A nest of thieves"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)

Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Furniture pieces made to fit close together

Nest - as a verb

Inhabit a nest, usually after building

Example: "Birds are nesting outside my window every spring"

Fit together or fit inside

Example: "Nested bowls"

Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position

Example: "We cuddled against each other to keep warm"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Gather nests

Example Sentences

"The bird built its nest high in the tree."

"The squirrel found a cozy nest in the hollow log."

"The children discovered a bird's nest full of eggs in the backyard."

"We found a wasp nest hanging from the roof of the shed."

"The cat curled up in its warm nest of blankets."

Word Game Points

Is NEST a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, nest is valid for both Scrabble US and EU

US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NEST has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.

Is NEST a valid Words With Friends word?

Yes, nest is valid for Words With Friends

Valid Word
NEST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 5.

Is NEST a valid WordFeud word?

Yes, nest is valid for WordFeud

Valid Word
NEST has a WORDFEUD points total of 4.

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Word Variations & Relations

Anagrams of NEST

Starts N Starts NE Starts NES Starts NEST

Ends T Ends ST Ends EST Ends NEST

Starts N & ends T Starts NE & ends T Starts N & ends ST

Words containing NEST Containing N,E,S,T

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