adj ·2 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or pertaining to nests. not-comparable, rare
2. 2
   Of the uterus, exhibiting thickening before implantation of an ovum. not-comparable, rare
3. 3
   Of or pertaining to a nidus. not-comparable

Etymology

From Latin nidus (“nest”).

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