| 词汇 | nesting |
| 释义 | nesting noun[ U ] uk /ˈnes.tɪŋ/ us /ˈnes.tɪŋ/ nestingnoun[U] (NEST)the activity of building a nest, or of caring for eggs or baby birds or animals in a nest: The trees are attractive to birds for nesting. Turtle nesting has declined by about 22%. Scientists observe that frog breeding, bird nesting, and flowering are all happening earlier in the year. nestingnoun[U] (HOME)the activity of getting the home ready for a new baby: Nesting is a common instinct that many people experience during pregnancy. I think nesting has begun - I just want to stay at home and fold baby clothes! Obstetrics: pregnancy amnio antenatally anti-abortion artificial insemination baby brain baby bump baby weight bun expectant in vitro fertilization lactate maternity maternity leave parental leave post-conception preeclampsia preggers prenatally preterm umbilical cord nesting adjective uk /ˈnes.tɪŋ/ us /ˈnes.tɪŋ/ nestingadjective (NEST)(of birds and some animals) caring for eggs or baby birds or animals in a nest: Photographers should not approach nesting penguins too closely. Nesting skylarks do not have the cover they need for a successful breeding season. for or relating to birds or animals that are caring for their eggs or baby birds or animals in a nest: nesting seasonThe turtles have just entered their nesting season. nesting siteThe beaches are nesting sites for terns. nesting groundEvery spring, the geese cross the Himalayas to reach their nesting grounds. nesting areaThe trees' hollow trunks provide nesting areas for some bird and bat species. Data suggests that loggerhead turtles have altered their nesting cycles. nestingadjective (HOME)relating to the activity of preparing the home for a new baby: nesting instinctShe had no nesting instincts at all and had nothing prepared for the arrival of the baby. Don't be upset if the nesting urge doesn't strike you at all. Obstetrics: pregnancy amnio antenatally anti-abortion artificial insemination baby brain baby bump baby weight bun expectant in vitro fertilization lactate maternity maternity leave parental leave post-conception preeclampsia preggers prenatally preterm umbilical cord nestingadjective (INSIDE)fitting inside each other: 互相套合的 nesting dollShe brought back a set of Russian nesting dolls. In the corner of the room was a set of three nesting tables. Groups and collections of things age bracket agglomerate agglomeration Aladdin's cave anthology array basket crop empty set ensemble family feast glory box package portfolio sheaf sheaves starter pack store cupboard storehouse |
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