Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Nesting.
Nesting - as a noun
A structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
natural objectHyponyms (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)
gang6mob7pack12ring5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Furniture pieces made to fit close together
Nesting - 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)
cuddle10draw closenestle6nuzzle24snuggle9Gather nests
Example Sentences
"The mother bird sat on her eggs in the nesting spot."
"The squirrel found a cozy nesting place in the hollow tree."
"The turtle dug a nesting hole in the sand."
"The nesting materials were collected by the crafty bird."
"The nesting instincts of the animal were strong."
Word Game Points
Is NESTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nesting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NESTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is NESTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nesting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNESTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is NESTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nesting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNESTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
