nidus
📖 Definitions
noun
1. A nest.
2. A source or the central point, especially of infection where bacteria or other pathogens breed.
💬 Usage Examples
“The first permanent building was ... the nidus of the new town and the start of tremendous growth.” Tracy Conrad; Indio’s School Bell to Shine Again as Symbol; The Desert Sun (Palm Springs, California); Sep 18, 2022.