nest egg

The phrase “nest egg” has 2 syllables: nest egg

It's pronounced as /nɛst ɛɡ/


What is synonym and antonym for nest egg?

In the thesaurus, “nest egg” has 3 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for nest egg along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for nest egg

  • budget
  • deposit
  • fund

Meanings of nest egg

  • noun
    1. A natural or artificial egg placed in a bird's nest, to encourage the bird to lay its own eggs there.
    2. A saving; a reserve of money.
    3. An egg squash.

Example Sentences

  • She has been saving a nest egg for her retirement for years.
  • Their nest egg allowed them to travel the world after retiring.
  • It’s important to build a nest egg to prepare for unexpected expenses.
  • He used his nest egg to invest in a small business.
  • Without a proper nest egg, they struggled to cover medical bills.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms or another words to nest egg, such as: budget, deposit, fund.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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