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ˈcock-nest
A nest built by a male-bird, as by species of wren, and not used for incubation.
1859–78Darwin Orig. Spec. viii. 234 The male wrens (Troglodytes) of North America build cock-nests to roost in, like the males of our kitty-wren. 1860All Y. Round No. 63. 295. |