Cage ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Cage ( noun )

1. A structure of bars or wires, used to confine birds, animals, or people.
2. A compartment in an elevator or lift for carrying passengers.

Origin:

Middle english, from old french cage, from latin cavea.

Examples:

1. The monkeys were kept in a cage at the zoo.
2. She put the canary in a cage to protect it from cats.
3. The cage lifted the passengers up to the top floor.
4. He was locked in a cage as punishment for misbehaving.
5. The basketball players were playing in a cage at the park.

(As a verb)

Cage ( verb )

1. A structure of bars or wires, used to confine birds, animals, or people.
2. A compartment in an elevator or lift for carrying passengers.

Origin:

Middle english, from old french cage, from latin cavea.

Examples:

1. The monkeys were kept in a cage at the zoo.
2. She put the canary in a cage to protect it from cats.
3. The cage lifted the passengers up to the top floor.
4. He was locked in a cage as punishment for misbehaving.
5. The basketball players were playing in a cage at the park.