nidus

Meaning

Noun

  • An aggregate of neurons.
  • A nest for insects or small animals.
  • A place of infection in an organism.
  • An origin (originating point) for a phenomenon.

Origin

  • Borrowed from Latin nīdus ("nest"). nye and nest.

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