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cote

Pronunciation: [koʊt]

Word

Learn how to use cote in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “animals”

(noun) a small shelter or house for animals, especially birds like pigeons or doves. It’s a cozy place where they can stay safe, like a home for pets.

Example

The farmer built a lovely cote for his pigeons to live in.

Example

Without a cote, the birds had nowhere to go and felt very exposed.

Example

Do you think the birds will like their new cote?

Context: “housing/animals”

(verb) to provide shelter for animals, especially birds. It means you take care of them by giving them a safe place to stay.

Example

She cotes her doves every evening before the sun sets.

Example

He doesn't cote his pets properly, and they often get scared.

Example

How many animals do you cote at your farm?

How to pronounce cote

Pronunciation: [koʊt]

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