swiftlet
- n swift of eastern Asia; produces the edible bird's nest
- The little swiftlet has hatched a billion-dollar global business, including a subindustry of how-to books and bloggers who share tips on birdhouse construction and equipment.
- In Southeast Asia, harvesting swiftlet nests is a booming and somewhat shady cottage industry A Race Everybody Wins (Global Investing).
- In Southeast Asia, harvesting swiftlet nests is a booming and somewhat shady cottage industry.