columbary

/kɒlʊmˈbɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A dovecote, or a place for keeping pigeons

“The mansion had a large columbary in its backyard, where the owners raised homing pigeons.”

2. adjective

Relating to doves or pigeons

“The artist’s columbary-themed paintings were on display at the local art museum.”

Synonyms

  • dovecote
  • pigeonry

Antonyms

  • falconry