Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nidate
verb
/ˈnɪdeɪt/
Definition
To nest; to form or create a nest.
Examples
- The robins nidate in the tall trees around my house every spring.
- She watched as the mother bird nidated her home with twigs and leaves.
Meaning
The term ‘nidate’ describes the action of building a nest, typically referring to birds or other animals. It implies the behavior associated with securing a safe environment for eggs or young offspring.
Synonyms
- nest
- build a nest
- construct
