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nestmate

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

One with which a nest is shared, such as a baby bird and its siblings or figuratively a child with children it is raised with.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The baby bird may snuggle with its nestmates for warmth but when food is offered they are strict competitors.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From nest + mate.