nestlings
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/ˈnɛstlɪŋz/
(nestling)
young bird in a nest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nestling' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'nestlian,' where 'nest' meant 'a place where birds lay eggs and rear their young.'
Historical Evolution
'nestlian' transformed into the Middle English word 'nestlinge,' and eventually became the modern English word 'nestling.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a young bird in the nest,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
young birds that are still in the nest and dependent on their parents for food and care.
The nestlings chirped loudly, waiting for their mother to return with food.
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Last updated: 2025/07/24 22:40