in captivity — in a state of being confined or imprisoned; not free in the wild
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: in a state of being confined or imprisoned; not free in the wild
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn kæpˈtɪvɪti/
Example Sentences
- The panda was so used to being fed in captivity that it forgot how to find bamboo.
- Scientists study animal behavior both in captivity and in the wild.
- The escaped prisoner joked that even McDonald's was better than eating in captivity.
in captivity
NOUN[/ɪn kæpˈtɪvɪti/]
in a state of being confined or imprisoned; not free in the wild
The tiger lived in captivity for many years before moving to a wildlife sanctuary.
The eagle could not fly freely because it lived in captivity. (Cage + Animal → In captivity)
The lion lived in captivity, enjoyed daily activity, and finally found liberty in a wildlife reserve.
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“The panda was so used to being fed in captivity that it forgot how to find bamboo.”
“Scientists study animal behavior both in captivity and in the wild.”
“The escaped prisoner joked that even McDonald's was better than eating in captivity.”
“Many animals cannot survive in the wild after living in captivity for years.”
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