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dovecote
(redirected from Doocot)

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dove·cote  (dvkt, -kt) also dove·cot (-kt)
n.
A compartmental structure, often raised on a pole, for housing domesticated pigeons.
dovecote [ˈdʌvˌkəʊt], dovecot [ˈdʌvˌkɒt]
n
(Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) a structure for housing pigeons, often raised on a pole or set on a wall, containing compartments for the birds to roost and lay eggs
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.dovecote - a birdhouse for pigeonsdovecote - a birdhouse for pigeons              
columbarium, columbary
birdhouse - a shelter for birds
Translations
dovecote [ˈdʌvkɒt] N → palomar m
dovecote [ˈdʌvkəʊt] dovecot [ˈdʌvkɒt] n → pigeonnier m
dovecote [ˈdʌvˌkəʊt] n → colombaia
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House of Pitmuies, near Forfar This delightful cottagegarden hasa good show of traditional favourites like delphiniums and roses plus two impressive herbaceous borders, lochside walks and a doocot.
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