검색
Nest
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둥지, 새 둥지
a structure that a bird makes for laying eggs or keeping the hatchlings in
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둥지
a place where an insect or any small creature lives or reproduces
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병기 거점, 총기 집
a kind of gun emplacement
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중첩된 가구, nateset 가구
furniture pieces made to fit close together
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둥지, 셀
a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality
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둥지, 은신처
a cosy or secluded retreat
to nest
01
둥지를 짓다, 둥지를 만들다
to build a nest or live in it
Intransitive: to nest somewhere
Example
The robins worked tirelessly to nest in the branches of the old oak tree.
The pair of lovebirds meticulously worked together to nest in the hollow of a tree.
The swallows returned in the spring to nest in the eaves of the barn.
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껴넣다, 끼워넣다
to fit or place one thing snugly inside another, often in layers or concentric arrangements
Intransitive
Example
The puzzle pieces were carefully crafted to nest together.
The measuring cups were designed to nest.
The Russian dolls nested neatly within each other, with the smallest doll tucked inside the larger ones.
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둥지를 만들다, 둥지를 찾다
to search or locate the nests of birds
Intransitive
Example
During the springtime, many nature enthusiasts enjoy nesting to observe behaviors of various bird species.
Children often enjoy nesting in the park, looking for nests and discovering the eggs and hatchlings within.
The birdwatchers ventured into the forest to nest and study the nesting habits of the rare species.
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모여들다, 안락하게 지내다
to settle into a comfortable and cozy position
Intransitive: to nest somewhere
Example
After a long day of work, she nested into her favorite armchair with a good book and a cup of tea
The cat curled up on the soft blanket, nesting in the sunbeam streaming through the window.
As the storm raged outside, the family gathered around the fireplace, nesting together under blankets for warmth and comfort.
