crow's nest

noun

Definition of crow's nest

: a partly enclosed platform high on a ship's mast for use as a lookout also : a similar lookout (as for traffic control)

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There's a climbing wall for energetic little ones: A zipline for thrill-seekers (don't worry, grandpa supervises): And a footbridge up to the crow's nest. — Lauren Piro, House Beautiful, "World's Best Grandparents Build Their Grandkids the Most Magical Treehouse," 9 Oct. 2015 The top deck of the staircase offer's a kind of crow's nest outpost with new and striking views of the Lindner Family Tennis Center property. — Cincinnati Enquirer, Cincinnati.com, "Lindner Family Tennis Center upgrades nearing completion, will be ready for 2018 W&S Open," 24 June 2018

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crow's nest

noun

English Language Learners Definition of crow's nest

: a platform with short walls that is high on a ship's mast and from which you can see things (such as land and other ships) that are far away

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crow's nest

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Kids Definition of crow's nest

: a partly enclosed place to stand high on the mast of a ship for use as a lookout

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