Definition

A small area of land covered with trees, often used for growing fruit or nuts.

Example

We walked through the beautiful grove filled with orange trees.

Conversation

I found a beautiful grove of orange trees while hiking yesterday.

That sounds amazing! Did you get to pick any oranges?

Not this time, but I want to go back and have a picnic in the grove.

You should definitely do that! It would be a perfect spot to relax.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grove → The word 'grove' originates from Old English 'graf', meaning a small wood or thicket. It refers to a small area of trees, typically smaller than a forest.

Memory Tip

Picture a small area filled with trees, which is what a grove is — it helps you remember that a grove is a small wood.

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