Coop

/kuːp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small enclosure for domestic birds, especially chickens.

The farmer built a new coop to house his growing flock of hens.

A small or enclosed space for confining animals.

The rabbit coop was equipped with a small door to let them out to play.

verb

To confine in a coop or small space.

We had to coop the chickens up at night to protect them from predators.

To keep someone isolated or confined.

He felt cooped up in the house after being sick for a week.

Middle English coupe, from Old French coupic, of uncertain origin.

cooped up

Being confined in a small space without freedom to move.

coop up

To confine or restrict someone or something.

coop de grace

An action that brings about a final resolution.

chicken

A domesticated bird raised for meat and eggs.

barn

A large farm building used for storing crops or housing animals.

enclosure

An area that is fenced or bordered.

A place of confinement or restriction.

He felt cooped in his small apartment after being stuck inside for days.

To gather together in a small group.

We were all cooped up in the car for hours during the road trip.