Definition

A building or room where plants are grown in a controlled environment, often for display, or a school that teaches music or arts.

Example

She studied music at a conservatory in the city.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that new conservatory downtown?

Not yet, but I've heard it's really beautiful!

You should definitely check it out; they have amazing plants.

I love visiting places like that — it's so relaxing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conservatory → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "servare" (meaning to keep or preserve). The word refers to a place where things are kept or preserved together, often used for plants or music education.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where things are 'kept together' — 'con-' means together, and 'servare' means to keep. This helps you remember that a conservatory is a place for preserving plants or music.

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