a place, such as a branch of a tree, where birds rest or sleep
The family of doves made a roost at the top of the tree.
At dusk, the birds returned to their roost in the tall trees.
The bats found a cozy roost in the cave for the day.
Chickens instinctively seek their roost when night falls.
The owl chose a high roost with a commanding view of the surrounding area.
