nesting

'nestiŋ

v inhabit a nest, usually after building
v fit together or fit inside
v move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
v gather nests

[计] 嵌套

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BNC 频率

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使用频率

nesting 由词根 nest（巢）加上动名词后缀 -ing 形成，表示正在进行的动作，即“筑巢”或“在巢中”。

例句

1. The bird is nesting in the tall tree.

这只鸟正在高高的树上筑巢。

2. We saw a rabbit nesting in the bushes.

我们看到一只兔子在灌木丛中筑巢。

3. She enjoys nesting with her family during the holidays.

她喜欢在假期与家人一起窝在家里。