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acatery

n.
C2 Proficiency acatery

n. a place where cats are kept or sold. It is an old-fashioned word that you might see in a story or a history book.

n. a shop or establishment where cats are kept for sale or breeding. Primarily found in historical or literary contexts.


SIMPLE

The old acatery sold rare breeds of cats.

CONTEXTUAL

In the 18th century, a wealthy merchant might visit an acatery to purchase a pair of exotic felines for his estate.

COMPLEX

The historical records mention a bustling acatery near the docks, where sailors could trade their unwanted pets for fresh provisions before their long voyages.

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