pigeon keeping
- noun
- /ˈpɪdʒən ˈkipɪŋ/
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- He became interested in pigeon keeping as a boy after receiving his first pair of birds.
Examples
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There are clubs and competitions dedicated to the art of pigeon keeping worldwide.
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He enjoys pigeon keeping as a relaxing hobby.
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Advancements in pigeon keeping have led to healthier and more diverse pigeon breeds.
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Many people find pigeon keeping to be rewarding.
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Many people enjoy pigeon keeping as a relaxing hobby that connects them with nature.
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He spends his weekends learning about pigeon keeping techniques to improve his birds' health.
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The club offers resources and support for those interested in pigeon keeping and breeding.
How Serious
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Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'the practice of breeding and caring for domestic pigeons' is directly and transparently derived from 'pigeon' (a bird) + 'keeping' (the act of looking after or raising). This animal + keeping nominalization is a common, compositional pattern in English (and parallels exist in other languages), so a B1 learner who knows both words should be able to infer the meaning.
Etymology
The noun pigeon keeping comes from the simple, literal picture of people keeping pigeons in a small house and caring for them, where keeping means looking after the birds. That's why it means 'the practice of raising and caring for pigeons, often as a hobby or for sport'.