bird farm: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C1neutral to technical
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What does “bird farm” mean?
A place where birds, especially poultry such as chickens or ducks, are reared commercially for meat or eggs.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A place where birds, especially poultry such as chickens or ducks, are reared commercially for meat or eggs.
Any establishment dedicated to breeding and raising birds, which can include poultry farms, aviaries for exotic species, or sanctuaries. In informal usage, can refer to a chaotic or noisy place.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Usage is broadly similar. 'Poultry farm' is a more common technical term in both varieties. 'Bird farm' might be slightly more informal in British English.
Connotations
Neutral commercial connotation. In both varieties, can have a slightly negative informal connotation if describing a messy, noisy environment.
Frequency
Low-to-medium frequency term. 'Poultry farm' is significantly more frequent in formal/agricultural contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “bird farm” in a Sentence
[Subject] runs/operates/manages a bird farm.The bird farm [verb: produces/supplies/raises] [object].Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “bird farm” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The family decided to bird-farm on a small scale, focusing on rare breed hens.
- They've been bird-farming for generations.
American English
- They plan to bird-farm organically once they get the land.
- He's studying how to bird-farm sustainably.
adjective
British English
- The bird-farm industry faces new welfare regulations.
- We took a bird-farm tour.
American English
- Bird-farm operations require specific licenses.
- She comes from a bird-farm family.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in agricultural business plans, supply chain discussions.
Academic
Rare; 'poultry farm' preferred in agricultural science.
Everyday
Used when describing a visit or a local business.
Technical
'Poultry production unit' or 'layer/breeder facility' are more precise technical terms.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “bird farm”
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Vocabulary
Antonyms of “bird farm”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “bird farm”
- Using 'bird farm' for a pet shop that sells birds. (Incorrect: 'I bought a parrot at the bird farm.')
- Using it as a general term for any place with many birds, like a sanctuary.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. A bird farm is primarily for commercial breeding and production (meat, eggs). A zoo is for public exhibition and conservation of animals.
Yes, it can be used broadly for farms raising any birds commercially, including ostriches (for meat, leather, feathers).
An aviary is typically a large enclosure for keeping and displaying birds, often for conservation, breeding for release, or public enjoyment, not primarily for commercial production.
It is understood but not the most frequent term. In farming and business, 'poultry farm', 'layer farm', or 'broiler farm' are more specific and common.
A place where birds, especially poultry such as chickens or ducks, are reared commercially for meat or eggs.
Bird farm is usually neutral to technical in register.
Bird farm: in British English it is pronounced /ˈbɜːd ˌfɑːm/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈbɝːd ˌfɑːrm/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[Informal] It's like a bird farm in here! (meaning: very noisy and chaotic)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a FARM where the main product is BIRDS (or their eggs), not crops or other animals.
Conceptual Metaphor
A CONTAINER FOR PRODUCTION (the farm contains and produces birds/eggs).
Practice
Quiz
What is the most precise synonym for 'bird farm' in an agricultural context?