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1
: a small wood without underbrush
a picnic grove
2
: a planting of fruit or nut trees
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Meaning: From the alder grove Alternative Spellings & Variations: Delany
Faun
A faun is a kind of mythical creature found in Pan’s Labyrinth.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 9 Oct. 2024
The Beach Terrace above is conceived as a lush oasis with a lagoon, a sandy beachfront and palm groves.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 3 Oct. 2024
His wife brings a pear harvested from a grove in their front yard.
—Matt Thompson, SPIN, 5 Nov. 2024
Photo : Mike Ruiz/Legendary Productions The landscaped grounds span almost an acre and include a small mango grove.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English grāf
First Known Use
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of grove was
before the 12th century
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“Grove.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grove. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
grove
noun
: a small wood
especially
: a group of trees without underbrush
an orange grove
Biographical Definition
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