Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pinfold
noun
ˈpɪnfoʊld
Definition
A pinfold is an enclosure or pen used to confine stray animals, especially cattle and sheep, until the rightful owner can reclaim them.
Examples
- The farmer found his missing sheep in the pinfold across the field.
- After wandering away from home, the dog was taken to the local pinfold.
Meaning
The term pinfold refers to a physical space where lost or stray animals are kept, usually managed by someone who ensures the animals are safe until they can be collected by their owners.
Synonyms
- enclosure
- pen
- corral
