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birdhouse

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bird·house  (bûrdhous)
n.
1. A box with one or more small entry holes, made as a nesting place for birds.
2. An aviary.
birdhouse [ˈbɜːdˌhaʊs]
n US
1. a small shelter or box for birds to nest in
2. an enclosure or large cage for captive birds; aviary
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.birdhousebirdhouse - a shelter for birds                  
columbarium, columbary, dovecote - a birdhouse for pigeons
shelter - protective covering that provides protection from the weather


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