coop
4 synonyms for coop, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small pen or cage for keeping poultry or other small animals.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use coop
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chicken coop
cooped up
fly the coop
Etymology
From Old English cȳpe ("basket, cask"), likely related to Dutch and Low German words for a cask or container — the sense narrowed over time to mean a pen for animals.
Full origin of coop →Frequently asked questions
What does “coop” mean?
The word “coop” means a small pen or cage for keeping poultry or other small animals. In plain terms, a small enclosure for animals like chickens, or (informally) being shut up in a confined space or in jail.
How do you pronounce “coop”?
“Coop” is pronounced koop (/kup/ in IPA).
How do you use “coop” in a sentence?
Here is “coop” used in a sentence: “She let the hens out of the coop every morning.”
What part of speech is “coop”?
Depending on how it is used, “coop” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “coop” come from?
The word “coop” comes from Old English. From Old English cȳpe ("basket, cask"), likely related to Dutch and Low German words for a cask or container — the sense narrowed over time to mean a pen for animals.
Is “coop” a common word?
“Coop” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “coop” have?
“Coop” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small pen or cage for keeping poultry or other small animals.
