Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nested
adjective
/ˈnɛs.tɪd/
Definition
Placed within something that is itself placed within something else.
Examples
- The nested boxes were beautifully designed, each smaller one fitting perfectly inside the larger.
- In programming, nested loops can be used to perform complex iterations within another loop.
- The researchers studied the nested relationships among various species in the ecosystem.
Meaning
The term ‘nested’ refers to an arrangement where one object or structure is contained within another, creating layers or levels.
Synonyms
- layered
- enclosed
- set within
