Definition

A place where chickens or other poultry are raised and kept.

Example

The farmer built a new hennery to house his chickens.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a hennery?

No, I haven't. What's it like?

It's pretty interesting to see all the chickens in their hennery.

Sounds fun! I’d love to go see one sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'hennery' originates from the Old English 'hen', meaning a female bird, particularly a chicken, combined with the suffix '-ery', which denotes a place associated with a specific activity or thing. Therefore, 'hennery' refers to a place where hens are kept or raised.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where hens are kept — 'hen' refers to the bird, and '-ery' indicates a location. This helps you remember that 'hennery' is a place for hens.

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