zoo

/zuː/

Definitions

1. noun

an establishment where living animals are kept for public display, especially birds and mammals.

“The kids loved visiting the zoo on their summer vacation.”

2. verb

to gather and keep in a collection, especially animals, for public display or study.

“Scientists have been zooing birds to study their migratory patterns.”

3. verb

to confine or keep (something) in a limited space.

“The storm has been zooing the city with heavy rain and strong winds.”

Synonyms

  • menagerie
  • safari park

Antonyms

  • feral
  • wild