Dove-cote, also known as dovecot or pigeon house, is typically a small, sheltered building that is designed to house doves or pigeons. However, there are several synonyms for this word, including columbarium, pigeon loft, birdhouse, and aviarium. Columbarium is derived from the Latin word "columba" which means "dove," and originally referred to a place for storing urns containing ashes of the deceased, but later came to refer to a dovecote. Pigeon loft is a term that is used when the dovecote is located on top of a building. Birdhouse is another term that refers to a structure designed for birds to live in. Aviarium is a broader term that encompasses all types of bird enclosures.