menagerie
Translation
menagerie, collection of wild animals
Examples
The man kept a menagerie of exotic pets.
The man kept a menagerie of exotic pets.
The bar was filled with a menagerie of characters.
The bar was filled with a menagerie of characters.
Grammar Patterns
a menagerie ((of sth.)) a menagerie of stray cats
Similar Words
Synonyms: zoo, collection, assortment
Etymology
From French 'ménagerie', from 'ménage' meaning 'household', originally referring to the management of domestic animals.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying to 'manage' a 'menagerie'. It sounds like a large, chaotic collection, which is what it often refers to.