Coop

A coop is a structure, typically enclosed, designed to house and confine birds, especially chickens. It provides shelter, protection from predators, and a designated space for roosting and laying eggs. Metaphorically, 'coop' can also refer to a small, restrictive, or confining space or situation. It can also refer to a business or organization, and it can also be used as a verb, to trap or confine someone or something. The word carries connotations of confinement, domestication, and, in some contexts, limitation. It is important to note that the correct definition depends on the context it is being used in.

Coop meaning with examples

• The farmer built a sturdy coop for his chickens, complete with nesting boxes and a secure run. He wanted them to have a safe and comfortable home. It was vital to keep them safe from foxes. The farmer also installed a water system that provides them with fresh water.
• The children were disappointed when their pet rabbit had to stay in its coop while they played outside. It could get out and run everywhere, so it had to be kept in the coop.
• The new office felt like a stuffy coop after working in a spacious, open-plan office for years. She couldn't stand working there for too long, and the environment felt so stifling.
• The police **cooped** the suspect up in a holding cell while they questioned him. The cell looked awful, he was not happy to be locked up.
• The local bakery's chicken pot pie sales has formed a business coop with the local farm for the highest quality ingredients. The bakery had to make it as good as possible, for both businesses to survive.