Cage — synonyms, definition

1. cage (Noun)

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cage (Noun) — United States composer of avant-garde music (1912-1992).

cage (Noun) — An enclosure made of wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept.

cage (Noun) — Something that restricts freedom as a cage restricts movement.

cage (Noun) — The net that is the goal in ice hockey.

cage (Noun) — A movable screen placed behind home base to catch balls during batting practice.

cage (Noun) — The passenger compartment of a lift.

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2. cage (Verb)

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cage (Verb) — Confine in a cage. ex. "The animal was caged"

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