cling to vs nest

cling to is not a noun while nest is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cling to	No	No	Yes	No
nest	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, nest is a hyponym of cling to; that is, nest is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than cling to:

Other hyponyms of cling to include cuddle, draw close, nestle, nuzzle, snuggle.

cling to (noun)	nest (noun)
	a kind of gun emplacement
	furniture pieces made to fit close together
	a gang of people (criminals or spies or terrorists) assembled in one locality
	a cosy or secluded retreat
	a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young

cling to (verb)	nest (verb)
hold firmly, usually with one's hands	fit together or fit inside
	gather nests
	move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
	inhabit a nest, usually after building