Encages

/ɛnˈkeɪdʒɪz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of 'encage'; he/she/it confines or puts into a cage.

Etymology

Present tense conjugation of encage, following regular English verb patterns where -s is added for third person singular.

Kelly Says

This is just grammar in action—but notice how verb forms keep words alive. 'Encage' is archaic, but 'the lion encages its prey' sounds like it could be poetic nature writing!

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