birdcage

noun

bird·​cage ˈbərd-ˌkāj 

: a cage for confining birds

Examples of birdcage in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Related Articles The highlight of the dress was, without a doubt, the bodice, which featured a sheer, birdcage-style rounded scoop neckline with a bevy of tulle ruffles in layers. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

Maggie’s actually the one who was the instigator, unlocking Lizzie’s birdcage. — Jackie Strause, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

As Sundance became a global icon, part of its identity stemmed from wedging this gorilla of a festival into the birdcage of a tiny resort town. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 2 Feb. 2026

Its birdcage frame reminds us of our grandparents’ antique rattan furniture—but with an upgrade. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above