nest
Noun
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is a type of: natural object - an object occurring naturally; not made by mansubtypes:
- beehive, hive - a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree
- bird nest, bird's nest, birdnest - nest where birds lay their eggs and hatch their young
- drey - the nest of a squirrel
- mouse nest, mouse's nest - where mice bear and raise their young
- nidus - a nest in which spiders or insects deposit their eggs
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is a type of: gun emplacement, weapons emplacement - an emplacement for a gun
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is a type of: retreat - a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet
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referred to in: act of terrorism, terrorism, terrorist act - the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fearsubtypes: sleeper nest - a nest of sleepers awaiting a prearranged signal
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is a type of: article of furniture, furniture, piece of furniture - furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy
Verb
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verb group:
- nestle, snuggle - position comfortably
- draw close - pull towards oneself
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