Eaglet's hatching spot (5)

I believe the answer is:

aerie

(Other definitions for aerie that I've seen before include "Visionary" , "Lofty nest (alternative spelling)" , "lofty dwelling" , "wherein some types of bird may sit" , "brood" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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