Nesthocker

German

Etymology

From Nest (“nest”) +‎ hocken (“to sit, squat”) +‎ -er.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈnɛsthɔkɐ/
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Noun

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  1. nidicolous bird
    Antonym: Nestflüchter
  2. (figuratively) homebird (one who lives with their parents beyond the usual age)
  3. (figuratively, less common) stay at home
    Synonym: Stubenhocker

Declension

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