Synonyms for

Zoo

Verb / zu: / Another word for zoo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A place where animals are kept for public display and enjoyment.

Synonyms & similar words

menagerie zoologicalgarden menagerie aviary aquarium terrarium

Synonyms by register

Formal

menagerie zoological garden animal park

Informal

animal house critter park

Literary

Ark Noah's Ark

Antonyms

wild nature wilderness sanctuary free range natural habitat

Common collocations

  • visit the zoo
  • zoo animals
  • zoo keeper
  • city zoo
  • local zoo
  • zoo enclosure
  • zoo exhibit

Word family

noun zoo
verb zoo (as in to put in a zoo)
adjective zoological

Usage note

While 'zoo' is the common term, 'zoological garden' is more formal. Be aware that using 'zoo' as a verb is informal and not widely accepted.

Example sentences

  1. I love going to the zoo to see all the animals.
  2. The zookeeper takes care of the animals at the zoo.
  3. We saw a giraffe at the zoo.
  4. The zoo is closed on Mondays.
  5. The zoo had a new exhibit of monkeys.

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