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zoo

Pronunciation: [zuː]

Word

Context: "animals"

(noun) a place where many animals are kept so that people can visit and learn about them. It's a fun place to see different kinds of animals that live in the wild, but are cared for by humans.

Example

We had a great time at the zoo watching the lions and feeding the giraffes.

Example

The zoo was closed, so we couldn’t see the animals.

Example

Which animals do you want to see when we go to the zoo?

Context: "entertainment"

(noun) a chaotic or busy situation, often filled with many people or noise. It can feel overwhelming, like a wild place, just like a zoo with lots of animals and visitors.

Example

The birthday party was full of kids running around; it felt like a zoo!

Example

The quiet library is nothing like a zoo; it's very peaceful.

Example

Why does this place feel like a zoo today?

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