corral

/ˈkɒrəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A yard or enclosure for confining or holding livestock, typically surrounded by a fence or wall.

“The farmer led the horses to the corral for feeding.”

2. verb

To confine or enclose (animals) in a corral, typically for feeding or handling.

“The cowboy corralled the runaway cow in the nearby field.”

3. verb

To gather or collect (people or things) into a group or place.

“The volunteers corralled the children for the parade.”

Synonyms

  • enclosure
  • pen
  • yard

Antonyms

  • free
  • liberate