as in cave
a naturally formed underground chamber with an opening to the surface at the heart of the shrine is a small rocky grotto into which pilgrims can descend

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Recent Examples of grotto Arguably the most famous of these events is taking a dip in the grotto. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2024 However, those looking for a bit more Disney decor can head to a pool at the Swan or Dolphin properties, which includes a grotto pool with waterfalls and two lap pools. Christine Burroni, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024 The artwork shows a school, brightly colored houses and the winding path visitors climb during an annual religious pilgrimage to a grotto displaying an image of Mary, mother of Jesus. Leslie Katz, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024 Cheese grottos are essentially tiny, personal cheese caves that live inside your fridge. Carina Finn, Bon Appétit, 3 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for grotto 

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“Grotto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grotto. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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