keɪdʒ n. & v. --n. 1 a
structure of bars or wires,
esp.
for confining animals or birds. 2
any similar open framework, esp. an enclosed
platform or
lift in a mine or
the compartment for passengers in a lift. 3 colloq. a camp for prisoners of
war. --v.tr.
place or
keep in a cage. øcage-bird a
bird of the kind customarily
kept in a cage. [ME f. OF f. L cavea]