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Topic: Animals

nene

IPA: /ˈneɪneɪ/

KK: /nɛˈneɪ/

noun

Definition: A type of rare goose found in Hawaii, known for its grayish-brown body and black face. It is also called the Hawaiian goose and is endangered, often living in dry areas and eating plants and berries.

Example: The nene is a unique bird that can only be found in the Hawaiian Islands.

nereid

IPA: /ˈnɛəriːəd/

KK: /ˈnɛrɪəd/

noun

Definition: A type of sea nymph from Greek mythology, often depicted as beautiful maidens who serve Poseidon, the god of the sea.

Example: In ancient stories, the nereids would help sailors in distress and guide them safely home.

nereis

IPA: /nəˈriːɪs/

KK: /nɛˈriːs/

noun

Definition: A type of marine worm that belongs to a specific group of segmented worms, known for living in the sea and often found in sandy or muddy environments.

Example: The nereis is commonly found in coastal waters, where it plays an important role in the marine ecosystem.

nest

IPA: /nɛst/

KK: /nɛst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To build or settle into a place that provides safety and comfort, often used for birds or animals.

Example: The birds will nest in the trees during the spring.

noun

Definition: A place where birds or other animals build to lay their eggs and raise their young, often made from materials like twigs and grass.

Example: The robin built a nest in the tree to keep her eggs safe.

transitive verb

Definition: To place something in a snug or protected position, similar to how birds place their eggs in a nest.

Example: She decided to nest the boxes inside each other to save space.

nestable

IPA: /ˈnɛstəbəl/

KK: /ˈnɛstəbəl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be placed inside another similar object, allowing them to fit together neatly and save space.

Example: The new storage containers are nestable, making them easy to store when not in use.

nester

IPA: /ˈnɛstər/

KK: /ˈnɛstər/

noun

Definition: A person or animal that makes a nest, often referring to birds or someone who settles in a specific area.

Example: The nester built a cozy home in the tree branches.

nestful

IPA: /ˈnɛstfəl/

KK: /nɛstfəl/

noun

Definition: A quantity that can fill a nest, often used to describe the amount of eggs or young animals that a nest can hold.

Example: The bird returned to its nestful of eggs, carefully keeping them warm.

nesting

IPA: /ˈnɛstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈnɛstɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of building or using a nest, or describing objects that can fit inside one another.

Example: The nesting dolls are beautifully painted and can be stacked inside each other.

noun

Definition: The act of creating or using a nest, especially by birds, or the arrangement of items placed inside one another.

Example: The nesting of birds in the trees is a common sight during spring.

verb

Definition: To create or occupy a nest, which is a structure built by animals for laying eggs or raising young.

Example: The birds are nesting in the tree outside my window.

nestle

IPA: /ˈnɛsəl/

KK: /ˈnɛsəl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To lie or settle in a comfortable and sheltered position, often close to someone or something.

Example: The baby nestled in her mother's arms, feeling safe and warm.

transitive verb

Definition: To place something in a comfortable or snug position, often resembling how a bird would settle in a nest.

Example: She nestled the kitten in a warm blanket.

nestler

IPA: /ˈnɛs.tlər/

KK: /ˈnɛs.tlɚ/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that settles or rests snugly in a place.

Example: The bird was a nestler, finding comfort in the cozy branches of the tree.

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