cage — meaning in English

English meaning

• cage noun A structure of bars or mesh used to enclose and contain an animal or person.
• shaft noun A long, narrow, straight part of a tool, weapon, or machine — such as a handle, pole, or rotating rod that transmits power.

Senses

cage is used for these senses in English:

• shaft A vertical passage housing a lift or elevator.

cage — full definition

1. noun A structure of bars or mesh used to enclose and contain an animal or person.
2. verb To shut something or someone inside a cage.
3. verb To trap or hold back a person's freedom or creativity, often figuratively.

shaft — full definition

1. noun A long, narrow, straight part of a tool, weapon, or machine — such as a handle, pole, or rotating rod that transmits power.
2. noun A vertical or sloped passage sunk into the ground, or a vertical passage in a building housing an elevator or ventilation.
3. noun A narrow beam of light.
4. verb To treat someone unfairly or cheat them, often through deceit.

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