nestling

The word “nestling” has 2 syllables: nest-ling

It's pronounced as /ˈnɛs.lɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for nestling?

In the thesaurus, “nestling” has 24 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nestling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for nestling

noun
1. A small, young bird that is still confined to the nest.
2. A nest; a receptacle.
3. The act of one who nestles.
verb
1. To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
2. To press oneself against another affectionately.
3. To lie half-hidden or in shelter.
4. To build or sit upon a nest.
5. Of a bird: to look after its young.
6. To move or place into a comfortable position.

The mother bird was carefully feeding her nestling in the early morning.
He found a tiny nestling that had fallen from the tree and decided to care for it.
The forest was alive with the sound of chirping nestlings waiting for their parents.
She watched the fragile nestling open its beak wide for food.
After weeks of care, the injured nestling was finally ready to return to the wild.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nestling, such as: adolescent, adult, ancient, bantling, bud, chick, child.

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