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Definition of birdcage

birdcage

/ˈbɜːrd.keɪdʒ/
bird · cage
Plural:birdcages
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birdcage Lexical Profile

birdcage Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A cage or enclosure designed to house pet birds.

Example

"The canary sang cheerfully from its antique brass birdcage hanging by the window."

2

A place or situation that provides comfort or security but severely restricts personal freedom or independence.

Example

"Despite her immense wealth and luxury, she felt her life in the sprawling mansion was nothing more than a gilded birdcage."

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• Nearby Words

birdbox
birdbrain
birdbrained
birdcage
birdcall
birddog
birder

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the 1520s; a compound formed from the English nouns 'bird' and 'cage'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Birdcage. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/birdcage
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