sheepfold
noun
sheep·fold ˈshēp-ˌfōld 
: a pen or shelter for sheep
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web This tidy residence in the western Swiss village of Etoy was built in 1830 as a sheepfold. 
Lauren Beale, Forbes, 30 Aug. 2021 Later, we were married in a sheepfold overlooking the ribbon of river that winds through small agricultural plots and quiet towns huddled up against the road. Kyre Chenven, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2018
Lauren Beale, Forbes, 30 Aug. 2021 Later, we were married in a sheepfold overlooking the ribbon of river that winds through small agricultural plots and quiet towns huddled up against the road. Kyre Chenven, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2018 Word History
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above
Kids Definition
sheepfold
noun
sheep·fold ˈshēp-ˌfōld
: a pen or shelter for sheep
sheepfold
noun
as in dovecote
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- dovecote
- henhouse
- fold
- cote
- pigpen
- kraal
- dovecot
- stockade
- kennel
- fence
- cage
- aquarium
- corral
- terrarium
- pen
- coop
- live-box
- pound
- run
- hutch