Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cercado
noun
/sɛrˈkɑːdoʊ/
Definition
An enclosed area or a fenced place, often used for keeping animals or for protection.
Examples
- The cattle were kept in a cercado to prevent them from wandering off.
- We built a cercado around our garden to keep out deer.
- The cercado provided a safe space for the children to play.
Meaning
The term refers to a space that is surrounded by a fence or wall, commonly found in agricultural or rural contexts.
Synonyms
- Enclosure
- Corral
- Pen
- Fence