Cage (Noun)
Meaning 1
A movable screen placed behind home base to catch balls during batting practice.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
The net that is the goal in ice hockey.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The goalie expertly blocked the puck from entering the cage.
- The forward's shot sailed into the top corner of the cage, securing the winning goal.
- The cage was empty, except for the goalie's glove, which lay abandoned on the ice.
- The defenseman's clearing attempt hit the post of the cage, but the puck bounced harmlessly away.
- The crowd erupted as the puck sailed into the cage, tying the game with only seconds left to play.
Meaning 3
United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 4
Something that restricts freedom as a cage restricts movement.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 5
An enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The parrot's cage was placed in the living room where it could entertain the family with its antics.
- The zookeeper carefully cleaned the lion's cage to ensure the big cat's health and well-being.
- The bird's cage was filled with toys and treats to keep it occupied during the day.
- The hamster's cage was equipped with a wheel and tunnels for it to play in.
- The monkey's cage was designed to mimic its natural habitat with trees and a waterfall.