menagerie

/mɛnəˈdʒɛəri/

Definitions

1. noun

A collection of wild or exotic animals, especially those kept in a private park or enclosure, often for public display or entertainment.

“The eccentric millionaire’s menagerie included lions, tigers, and even a rare white elephant.”

2. noun

A collection of things, especially people, regarded as strange or unusual.

“The artist’s menagerie of eccentric friends and acquaintances inspired many of her works.”

Synonyms

  • collection
  • gathering

Antonyms

  • deserted
  • empty