1. the practice or sport of hunting wild animals
Usage: archaic
2. sexual indulgence or pursuit
Usage: archaic; literary

Examples

• The medieval nobles spent their days in veneries, tracking deer through the forest.
• Ancient texts often warned against the dangers of excessive veneries.
• The king’s passion for veneries kept him away from court for weeks.
• Literature from that era frequently depicted the contrast between spiritual devotion and worldly veneries.
• The hunter’s skill in veneries was renowned throughout the kingdom.