aviary

[ˈeɪviəri]

aviary Definition

a large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in.

Using aviary: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aviary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The zoo's aviary houses a variety of exotic birds.

  • Example

    She built an aviary in her backyard to keep her pet birds.

  • Example

    The bird park's aviary is a popular attraction for visitors.

aviary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aviary

Phrases with aviary

  • fly the coop/aviary

    to leave a place or situation, especially after being confined or restricted

    Example

    After years of working in the same office, he finally decided to fly the coop and start his own business.

  • feathered friends/aviary

    birds kept as pets or companions

    Example

    She spends most of her free time taking care of her feathered friends in the aviary.

  • a person who is confined or restricted in some way

    Example

    He felt like a bird in an aviary, trapped in his job and unable to pursue his dreams.

Origins of aviary

from Latin 'avis', meaning 'bird'

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Summary: aviary in Brief

An 'aviary' [ˈeɪviəri] is a large cage, building, or enclosure for keeping birds in. It is commonly found in zoos, bird parks, and private residences. Phrases like 'fly the coop/aviary' and 'feathered friends/aviary' use 'aviary' to denote leaving a confined situation and birds kept as pets or companions, respectively.