Caging: meaning, definitions and examples

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caging

 

[ ˈkeɪdʒɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

animal care

Caging refers to the act of placing an animal within a cage or enclosure for confinement or protection. It is often used in contexts involving the care of pets, wildlife rehabilitation, and research. While sometimes necessary for safety, caging can raise ethical concerns regarding the well-being of the animals involved. Responsible practices should ensure that the needs of the animals are met within the confines of the cage.

Synonyms

confining, enclosing, restricting

Examples of usage

  • Caging birds helps prevent them from escaping.
  • The veterinarian recommended caging the injured animal for recovery.
  • Caging can be a temporary solution during transport.

Translations

Translations of the word "caging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enjaulamento

🇮🇳 पिंजरा बनाना

🇩🇪 Käfigbildung

🇮🇩 penjagaan

🇺🇦 заміщення в клітці

🇵🇱 klatka

🇯🇵 檻に入れること

🇫🇷 enfermement

🇪🇸 encierro

🇹🇷 kafesleme

🇰🇷 우리기

🇸🇦 تأطير

🇨🇿 uzavření do klece

🇸🇰 uzavretie do klietky

🇨🇳 关入笼子

🇸🇮 zapiranje v kletko

🇮🇸 búning

🇰🇿 клеткеге қамау

🇬🇪 კлетკის გაკეთება

🇦🇿 qafaslama

🇲🇽 encierro

Etymology

The word 'cage' originates from the Middle English 'cage' or 'cage', derived from the Old French 'cage', which itself came from the Latin 'cavea', meaning 'a hollow place' or 'enclosure'. This Latin term is related to 'cavus', implying a hollow or a cavity. Historically, cages have been used for various purposes, including the confinement of birds for keeping as pets, storage for items, and even in the context of security. The evolution of the term reflects societal changes in how humans have interacted with animals and their habitats, leading to debates about animal rights and welfare. Today, the practice of caging remains prevalent in various fields, including agriculture, scientific research, and pet ownership, often accompanied by discussions surrounding humane treatment.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,186, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.