Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rookery

noun

/ˈrʊkəri/

Definition

A rookery is a breeding place or a habitat where rooks, seals, or other birds and animals gather to breed and raise their young.

Examples

The rookery by the coast was filled with the sounds of squawking birds and bustling activity.
During the spring, the rookery becomes a lively place as the young seals learn to swim.

Meaning

The term primarily refers to a nesting place for rooks or similar birds, but it can also apply to any location where certain animals congregate for reproduction.