Roost: meaning, definitions and examples
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roost
[ ruหst ]
bird habitat
A place where birds regularly settle or congregate to rest at night, typically high up on a tree or building.
Synonyms
nesting site, perch, resting place.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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roost |
Used to describe a place where birds, especially chickens or pigeons, settle for the night. It can also have a colloquial use to refer to settling down for rest.
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perch |
Primarily used to describe a place where birds temporarily rest or sit, such as a tree branch or a ledge. Can also describe a temporary resting place for humans, usually in an elevated position.
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nesting site |
Refers to a specific location where birds build nests to lay eggs and raise their young. Typically used in the context of bird conservation and study.
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resting place |
Used to describe a spot where someone or something stops to rest. Can also imply a final resting place, such as a grave, giving it a more solemn or grave context in some situations.
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Examples of usage
- The pigeons have found a roost on top of the old church tower.
- The roost was filled with chirping sparrows as the sun began to set.
bird behavior
To settle or congregate to rest at night, typically in a group and on a high point.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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roost |
Roost is typically used to describe where birds, especially chickens or other poultry, settle to rest or sleep. It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone staying comfortably in a place.
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perch |
Perch is used to describe where birds sit or rest, often on a branch or other elevated position. It is also used metaphorically for someone sitting or standing in a high or precarious position.
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nest |
Nest refers to a structure built by birds or other animals to lay eggs and raise their young. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a cozy or safe place.
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settle |
Settle can be used to describe making a home or becoming established in a place. It is also used to suggest coming to rest or becoming quiet and comfortable.
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Examples of usage
- The crows roost in the tall trees near the park.
- As the sun set, the swallows roosted under the eaves of the barn.
Translations
Translations of the word "roost" in other languages:
๐ต๐น poleiro
๐ฎ๐ณ เคกเคพเคฒเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Hรผhnerstange
๐ฎ๐ฉ tenggeran
๐บ๐ฆ ััะดะฐะปะพ
๐ต๐ฑ grzฤda
๐ฏ๐ต ๆญขใพใๆจ
๐ซ๐ท perchoir
๐ช๐ธ percha
๐น๐ท tรผnek
๐ฐ๐ท ํฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฌุซู
๐จ๐ฟ bidlo
๐ธ๐ฐ bidlo
๐จ๐ณ ๆ ๆจ
๐ธ๐ฎ preฤka
๐ฎ๐ธ reiรฐur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าะพะปััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ tรผnek
๐ฒ๐ฝ percha
Etymology
The word 'roost' originated from the Old English word 'hrลst', which meant a place where birds rest or settle. Over time, the meaning expanded to include other animals and even humans finding a place to rest or settle for the night. The concept of roosting is common in the animal kingdom, where creatures seek shelter and safety during periods of rest or sleep.
See also: rooster.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,931, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 19930 cataloguing
- 19931 roost
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- 19933 armory
- 19934 distinctiveness
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