noun
nestling
Nestling (noun) means a small, young bird that is still confined to the nest.
noun
1
A small, young bird that is still confined to the nest.
2
A nest; a receptacle.
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Etymology
From Middle English nestling, equivalent to nest + -ling.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of nestling?
"nestling" (noun) means a small, young bird that is still confined to the nest.
What are the different meanings of nestling?
"nestling" has 2 main meanings: 1. A small, young bird that is still confined to the nest; 2. A nest; a receptacle.