nidi

noun

variants or niduses
Definition of nidinext
plural of nidus
as in nests
a place or environment that favors the development of something a type of contact lens that proved to be a nidus of infection

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  1. nests
  2. nurseries
  3. hearts
Noun
  • The vintage floral design adds charm, and each piece nests into the baking sheet for easy storage.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Birds, for example, are known to use plastic in their nests, exposing themselves and their offspring to toxins.
    David Carlin, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of nests
Noun
  • The ‘beige mom’ term has been tossed around to describe many parents’ situations, including those who prefer colorless toys, like to dress their babies in neutrals or maintain muted nurseries — and certain celebrities have also been granted the descriptor.
    Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Plant patent trademarks play a big role in helping horticulturists and nurseries protect their work and investment.
    Tammy Sons, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of nurseries
Noun
  • The powerful storytelling is clearly the product of a cause close to their hearts.
    Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This fine, sob-inducing British series follows two friends (Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall) who feel romance tugging at their hearts for years and years and years.
    Tom Gliatto, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of hearts
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“Nidi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nidi. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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