disroost

/disˈruːst/

Definitions

1. verb

to disperse birds from a roost, especially by artificial means.

“The conservation group worked to disroost the endangered species from its habitat.”

2. noun

a place where birds roost, especially at night.

“The disroosting operation was conducted near the large bird roost.”

Synonyms

  • disperse
  • scatter

Antonyms

  • congregate
  • gather