Definition

A location where herons build their nests and raise their young.

Example

The heronry near the lake was filled with the sounds of nesting birds.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a heronry before?

No, I haven't! What is that?

It's a place where herons nest and breed; they're really fascinating to watch.

That sounds amazing! I'd love to see one sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heronry → The word is formed from "heron" (from Old English *harne*, meaning a type of wading bird) and "-ry" (a suffix denoting a place associated with a specific thing). A heronry is a place where herons gather or breed.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'place' ('-ry') where 'herons' are found — that's what a heronry is.

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