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To Feather One's Nest
To Feather One's Nest
To Feather One's Nest : Phrases
Meaning:
To provide for one's comfort; especially, for comfort in later life by amassing wealth.
Example:
Politicians today are more concerned with feathering their pension nest than paying attention to ruinning the country.
Origin:
It is the practice of many birds, after building their nests, to pluck down from their breasts to provide a soft lining that will be comfortable during the long hours of setting upon the eggs. Thanks to Katie Cutie.
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