Definition

A building made mostly of glass, often used for growing plants or as a place for public events, where people can be easily seen.

Example

The botanical garden features a beautiful glasshouse filled with exotic plants.

Conversation

Have you seen that new glasshouse they built in the park?

Yeah, I passed by it yesterday; it looks amazing!

I heard they're going to have some exhibitions inside the glasshouse.

That sounds fun! We should check it out together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glasshouse → The word is formed from "glass" (from Old English *glæs*, meaning a transparent material) and "house" (from Old English *hus*, meaning a dwelling or shelter). A glasshouse is a structure made primarily of glass, used for growing plants in a controlled environment.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'transparent material' ('glass') that forms a 'shelter' ('house') — that's why a glasshouse is a building made of glass.

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