An aviaryA large enclosed area or building for keeping birds is a place designedmade or planned for a specific purpose for keeping birds. It is usually a building or enclosurean area surrounded by walls, fences, or other barriers where birds can live, fly, and be cared for.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /AY-vee-er-ee/
Easy pronunciation: AY-vee-ER-ee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the first syllable: AY.
Noun meaning a place where birds are housed.
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Aviary Meaning
a place where birds are housed
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a building or enclosure where birds are kept
Example: The zoo has a large aviary where visitors can watch tropical birds.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- volary — A direct synonym for a bird enclosure, though it is less common in modern English.
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Aviary Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- volary
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use aviary to mean a bird sanctuary, but that is not the same thing.
- It refers to a bird enclosure, not to birds themselves.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does aviary mean?
An aviary is a building or enclosure where birds are kept.
What are synonyms for aviary?
A strong synonym is volary. Bird sanctuary is related, but it is not a precise synonym in everyday use.
Is aviary the same as bird sanctuary?
Not exactly. An aviary is a place where birds are kept, while a bird sanctuary is usually a protected area for birds.
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