Roosting: meaning, definitions and examples

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roosting

 

[ หˆruหstษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

bird behavior

Roosting refers to the behavior of birds when they settle or rest for the night, typically on a perch or in a nest. This activity is essential for their rest and protection from predators. Roosting can take place in various locations, including trees, buildings, and other structures. The choice of roosting site often depends on factors such as safety, availability of food, and environmental conditions.

Synonyms

perch, rest, settle

Examples of usage

  • The sparrows roosting in the old oak tree were a familiar sight.
  • At dusk, the ducks started roosting near the pond.
  • Many species of birds prefer to roost in flocks for safety.
Context #2 | Noun

bird resting

Roosting refers to a place where birds settle for rest or sleep. Roosting sites can vary greatly and include places like tree branches, ledges, or nests. These locations provide safety and shelter for birds during the night. The concept of roosting is also used in reference to domesticated birds, such as chickens, when they go to their coop to sleep.

Synonyms

nest, perch, shelter

Examples of usage

  • The barn was a popular roosting spot for the chickens.
  • Wild pigeons often choose ledges for their roosting.
  • The local wildlife reserve provides several roosting sites for migratory birds.

Translations

Translations of the word "roosting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pernoite

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคฟเค›เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nisten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bertengger

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะพั‡ั–ะฒะปั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nocleg

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญขใพใ‚Š

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท perchoir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ posadero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท konaklama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‘ฅ์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชุนุดูŠุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hnรญzdฤ›nรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hniezdenie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ –ๆฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnezdenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pรญsl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะตั€ะดะตะผะดะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ–แƒ แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumurtlama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ posadero

Etymology

The term 'roosting' comes from the Old English word 'hrลst', which means 'a resting place for birds'. This word evolved through Middle English as 'rosting' and eventually settled into its modern form in the 14th century. The action of roosting is instinctive for many bird species, serving critical functions such as rest and safety from nighttime predators. The evolution of human understanding towards bird behavior has made 'roosting' a common term in both ornithology and casual conversations about wildlife. Additionally, as urbanization increased, the concept of roosting expanded to include not only natural habitats but also man-made structures, reflecting the adaptability of birds to changing environments.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,766, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.