nursery

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈnɜːsəɹi/
/ˈnɝsəɹi/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

A place where nursing or the raising of children is carried on.

2 Definition

A place where anything is fostered and growth promoted.

3 Definition

Something which educates and nurtures.

Example Sentences
  • Commerce is the nursery of seamen.
4 Definition

Short for nursery cannon.

5 Definition

Someone or something that is nursed; a nursling.

6 Definition

The act of nursing or rearing.