Meaning & Definition of word "Birdhouse"
Birdhouse
/ˈbɜːrdˌhaʊs/
noun:
- 1. A small structure built for birds to nest in, typically placed outdoors.
- Example: She hung a colorful birdhouse in her garden to attract bluebirds.
- 2. A shelter or nesting site for birds, often designed to be decorative.
- Example: The birdhouse was intricately painted, adding charm to the backyard.
- 3. A structure that provides a safe environment for various species of birds.
- Example: We built several birdhouses to encourage wildlife around our home.
Etymology
●Combination of 'bird' and 'house'; originates from Old English.
Common Phrases and Expressions
be a bird in a cage:
To be trapped or confined.
like a bird:
To be free or without care.
Related Words
nest:
A structure built by birds to lay eggs and raise young.
aviary:
A large enclosure for confining birds, providing a natural habitat.
Slang Meanings of birdhouse
Meaning: A place where someone lives who is not expected to stay long.
● Example Sentence: His apartment was just a birdhouse until he found a permanent place.
Meaning: A term for a simple or shabby house.
● Example Sentence: She called her old cabin a birdhouse because of its small, basic nature.