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nest egg

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nest egg

An allotment of money that is set aside for the future. With the cost of living these days, it is difficult for young couples to build a nest egg and save for retirement.

See also: egg, nest

nest egg

n. money saved for some important purpose, such as retirement. I lost most of my nest egg in the market crash.

See also: egg, nest