Roost

usgb/ruːst/
noun

A place where birds or bats rest or sleep.

Birds often come back to the same roost every night.
Visual representation of "roost" - A place where birds or bats rest or sleep.

Often appears as...

  • bird roost
  • bat roost
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Physical Locations

Refers to actual places where animals sleep; not used for humans.

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The naturalists found an eagle's roost high in the mountains.
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Safety and Security

Suggests a roost is typically a safe, comfortable place for birds or bats.

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The bats found a roost away from predators inside the cave.
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Habitual Action

Animals often use the same roost regularly, demonstrating habit.

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Swallows returned to their roost under the bridge each evening.
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