Synonyms for

Zoos

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

Definition

A zoo is a place where people can go to see many different kinds of animals.

Synonyms & similar words

menagerie zoologicalgarden zoo menagerie aquarium terrarium vivarium

Example sentences

  1. 1. We saw lots of animals at the zoo yesterday.
  2. 2. My favorite animal at the zoo is the giraffe because it has a long neck.
  3. 3. The zookeeper took us behind the scenes to see where the animals sleep.
  4. 4. I learned about different animals from all over the world at the zoo.
  5. 5. The zoo is closed today because of the rainy weather.

Quotes

  • 1. "The zoo is a place where you can see wild animals in captivity, but the best place to see them is in their natural habitat." - Peter Singer
  • 2. "I love going to the zoo. It's like visiting old friends." - Gina Damico
  • 3. "Zoos are becoming facsimiles - or perhaps caricatures - of how animals once were in their natural habitat." - Michael J. Fox

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