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nestlings

The word “nestlings” has 2 syllables: nest-lings

It's pronounced as /ˈnɛs.lɪŋz/

What is synonym and antonym for nestlings?

In the thesaurus, “nestlings” has 70 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for nestlings

Antonyms for nestlings

  • adults
  • ancients
  • elders
  • golden-agers
  • grown-ups
  • middle-agers
  • old-timers
  • oldsters
  • senior citizens
  • seniors

Meanings of nestlings

  • 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.

Example Sentences

  • The mother bird returned to the nest with food for her hungry nestlings.
  • He could hear the soft chirping of the nestlings as he walked through the woods.
  • The fallen branch revealed a small group of helpless nestlings that needed care.
  • The researcher observed how the parent birds interacted with their nestlings.
  • She gently placed the rescued nestlings in a makeshift nest to keep them safe.

On this page you'll find 80 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nestlings, such as: adolescents, adults, ancients, babes, babies, bairns, bambini.

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

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