bird cage

Canary's living quarters

A bird cage is an enclosure of wire or bars for keeping pet birds.

The structure typically allows visibility while preventing escape.

Figuratively, anything confining or restrictive: She felt trapped in the bird cage of her small town.

Also spelled as one word: birdcage.

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seed · captive · bars · wire · singing · wings · finch · lovebird · feathered friend · pet · pet store · enclosure · nesting · chirping · hanging · brass · ornamental · trapped

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Opposites
containment vs freedom

bird cageopen sky

Unobstructed atmosphere above

freedom · the wild · free flight · wild · open air

animal enclosure type

bird cagefish tank

Glass vessel for aquatic pets

aquarium · terrarium · ant farm · dog kennel · cat carrier

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birdcage

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G