aviary
UK: ˈeɪ.vi.ə.ri | US: ˈeɪ.vi.er.i
n. A large enclosure or structure for keeping birds, typically with open spaces for flight.
aviary = avi<bird> + ary<place related to>
- avi (from Latin avis, meaning "bird")
- ary (a suffix of Latin origin indicating "pertaining to" or "place for")
Etymology Origin:
The word aviary traces back to Latin avis (bird) combined with the suffix -ary, denoting a place associated with something. It entered English in the late 16th century, reflecting the Renaissance fascination with exotic birds and their habitats. The logical progression—from avis (bird) to aviary (bird enclosure)—showcases Latin's influence on English scientific and architectural vocabulary.
The zoo's new aviary houses over 100 species of tropical birds.
Visitors can walk through the glass aviary to observe parrots and toucans up close.
She designed a backyard aviary for her rescued finches.
The medieval castle included a small aviary for royal falcons.
Conservationists built an aviary to rehabilitate injured eagles.