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roost

/rɒust/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does roost mean?

noun, verb

A roost is a place where birds or other animals rest or sleep, especially at night. To roost is to settle in a roost or to rest or sleep in a roost.

Example

"The birds will roost in the trees tonight."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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