Love nest

Meaning

A "love nest" is a term used to describe a place where two people are having an intimate relationship or engaging in romantic activities. The idiom can also refer to any place that is perceived as being conducive to lovemaking, such as a secluded cabin in the woods or a beach cottage.

Usage

• "After their honeymoon, John and Sarah decided to rent a cabin in the woods to spend some quality time together."
• "We'll be heading down to the beach cottage for our anniversary weekend."
• "I heard that Sarah's parents have been using their old bedroom as a love nest since she left home."
• "John and his girlfriend were caught making out in the back seat of their car, turning it into an impromptu love nest."
• "The couple snuck away to a secluded spot on their wedding day, transforming it into a beautiful love nest for their first dance."

Roots and History

The term "love nest" dates back to at least the 19th century, with early uses appearing in literature and poetry. The idiom likely derives from the idea of a cozy, romantic place where two people can retreat from the outside world and focus on their relationship. Over time, the meaning of the idiom has evolved to include any place that is perceived as being intimate or conducive to lovemaking, regardless of whether it is actually used for such activities.

Synonyms in English

• Nest (as in a place where two people lay eggs)
• Haven
• Retreat
• Oasis
• Hideaway

Synonyms in other languages

• Espacio privado - Spanish for private space
• Leuvenshuisje - Dutch for love nest
• Riad - Arabic for love nest (usually used to refer to a traditional Moroccan house with a courtyard)
• Chambre à coucher - French for bedroom
• 愛屋子 - Japanese for love nest or honeymoon suite

Similar Idioms

• split up

• live wire

• lovey-dovey