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roost

/ɹuːst/

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noun

The place where a bird sleeps (usually its nest or a branch).

Examples :

"The robin built its nest in a sturdy branch, making that branch its roost for the night. "

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noun

A group of birds roosting together.

Examples :

"A large roost of crows gathered in the old oak tree every evening. "

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noun

Examples :

"After a long day at work, I was happy to finally get back to my roost and relax. "

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noun

The inner roof of a cottage.

Examples :

"Dust motes danced in the sunbeams that streamed through the gaps in the cottage's roost. "

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verb

(of birds or bats) To settle on a perch in order to sleep or rest

Examples :

"As the sun set, the chickens began to roost in their coop. "

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verb

To spend the night

Examples :

"The birds roost in the tall oak tree every evening. "

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noun

Examples :

"The strong roost near the harbor made it dangerous for small boats to navigate. "

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verb

To rout out of bed; to rouse

Examples :

"The alarm clock's loud sound rooted the children out of bed. "

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verb

To harass, to treat in a rough way.

Examples :

"The bully often roosted the younger students, picking on them for their clothes or lunch money. "

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verb

Examples :

"The police officer roosted the suspect for questioning about the theft. "

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verb

To drive strongly

Examples :

"The coach roosted the team to victory with a powerful speech. "