Thesaurus Term/Concept: MEWS

Identifier	71774
Class	MONUMENT TYPE
Status	Preferred
Index?	Yes
Scope Note	Traditionally a mew was a building housing hawks when they were moulting, however since the C16th the term has been used for a series of stables grouped around an open yard or alley, often with rooms above. Use only for stables otherwise use FALCONRY.