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Nest egg
01
money that is put aside as savings for the future or special occasions
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "nest egg" and when to use it?
The idiom "nest egg" originated from the practice of placing an egg in a bird's nest to encourage more egg-laying. It refers to a sum of money or savings reserved for a specific purpose, often for retirement or financial security.
Examples
She saved diligently to build a substantial nest egg for her retirement.
02
device consisting of an artificial egg left in a nest to induce hens to lay their eggs in it
