Dovecote: meaning, definitions and examples

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dovecote

 

[ หˆdษ™สŠv.ษช.kษ™สŠt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

building for birds

A dovecote is a structure designed to house domesticated pigeons or doves. These shelters can take various forms, including small towers, houses, or simple enclosures, and were often used in rural settings for both aesthetic and practical purposes. The birds kept in a dovecote were traditionally used for meat, eggs, and as messengers. Over time, dovecotes have become less common in agricultural practices but are still found in some gardens and parks. Today, they are often appreciated for their architectural charm and historical significance.

Synonyms

dove cote, pigeon house, pigeon loft

Examples of usage

  • The old dovecote in the garden was a charming sight.
  • Farmers built dovecotes to keep pigeons for communication.
  • Dovecotes were once vital for providing fresh meat.
  • We visited a historical site featuring several ancient dovecotes.

Translations

Translations of the word "dovecote" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pombal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฌเฅ‚เคคเคฐ เค˜เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Taubenschlag

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sarang merpati

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพะปัƒะฑะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ goล‚ฤ™bnik

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ณฉๅฐๅฑ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท couvรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ palomar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผvercinlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋‘˜๊ธฐ ์ง‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠุช ุงู„ุญู…ุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ holubnรญk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ holubnรญk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ธฝ่ˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ golobnjak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dufaheimili

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะณะตั€ัˆั–ะฝ าฏะนั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ quลŸ evi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ palomar

Etymology

The word 'dovecote' originates from Middle English 'dovecot', which is derived from the Old English 'doca', meaning 'dove', combined with '-cote', which means 'shelter' or 'enclosure'. This term reflects the dual purpose of these structures, not only as a home for doves but also as a source of food and communication. Throughout history, dovecotes have varied in design and complexity, from simple wooden structures to elaborate stone towers adorned with intricate carvings. In medieval Europe, particularly in England, dovecotes were a sign of wealth and status, often found in noble estates and manors. They were also strategically placed to ensure the birds could fly to and from their nesting areas with ease, which was essential for breeding and harvesting. As society transitioned towards modern agricultural practices, the functional use of dovecotes diminished, but their aesthetic value and historical significance have led to renewed interest in their preservation.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,277, 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.