Definitions

1. noun

A place where old or obsolete aircraft, vehicles, or ships are stored, often awaiting restoration or disposal.

“The retired pilot took a tour of the military’s boneyard to see the old planes from World War II.”

2. noun

A collection of old bones, especially human skeletons, often found in archaeological sites.

“The archaeologist carefully excavated the boneyard of ancient human remains.”

3. noun

A graveyard or cemetery, especially for animals.

“The horse owner would often visit the boneyard to pay respects to her deceased pets.”

4. verb

To abandon or discard, especially aircraft or vehicles.

“The company decided to boneyard the old factory after it became economically unfeasible to maintain.”