nester
nester · nesters
One who nestsOne who nests.
US/nˈɛstɚ/
Meaning
3 sensesOne who nests.
One who forms a strong attachment to their home.
(US, historical)A person who intends to settle in an area without permanent residents; a settler, as distinct from an explorer or pioneer.
More definitions
- a bird that has built (or is building) a nest
- someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it
Origin
From nest + -er.From nest + -er.
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Forms
plural: nestersSynonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- someone who settles lawfully on government land with the intent to acquire title to it:squatterhomesteader