Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-nest-egg
idiom
/ə ˈnɛst ɛg/
Definition
A sum of money saved or set aside for future use, often for retirement or to secure financial stability.
Examples
- After years of saving, she finally had a nest egg for her retirement.
- He invested in stocks to grow his nest egg for his children’s education.
Meaning
The term ‘a nest egg’ refers to funds that are accumulated and kept for a specific purpose, typically to ensure financial independence later in life or to cover future expenses.
Synonyms
- nest egg
- savings
- investment
- fund
- reserve
