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English Meaning(s) for 巣

noun
  1. nest; rookery; breeding place; hive
  2. den
  3. haunt
  4. (spider's) web

Definition and Synonyms for 巣

Nest a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
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Beehive a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees
Synonyms: , 巣箱, 蜂の巣
Web a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven)
Synonyms: , 織物
Hideaway a hiding place
Synonyms: アジト, 住処, , 巣窟
Lair the habitation of wild animals
Synonyms: ねぐら, 住処, , 巣穴
Nest a cosy or secluded retreat
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Rookery a breeding ground for gregarious birds (such as rooks)
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Hideaway usually a remote place used by outlaws
Synonyms: アジト, 住処, , 巣窟
Beehive as in a hollow tree
Synonyms: , 巣箱, 蜂の巣

Meanings for each kanji in 巣

» nest; rookery; hive; cobweb; den

Categories 巣 is a member of

Natural Object an object occurring naturally
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Material artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
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Breeding Ground a place where animals breed
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Habitation the native habitat or home of an animal or plant
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Hiding Place a place suitable for hiding something (such as yourself)
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Retreat a place of privacy
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Nest a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
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Sample Sentences for 巣

Birds always return to their nests.
Of those 2 or 3 were pushed out of the nest, and then fell down from the balcony as well.
Birds make a nest in the springtime to raise their babies in.
The hen was sitting on the eggs in the nest.
We may be able to see birds' nests.

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