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Meaning of grove
A small group of trees, especially one that is smaller than a wood.
Etymology of grove
The word "grove" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, where it was spelled "grōf" or "grāf", related to the verb "grōwan", meaning to grow
The word's meaning has evolved over time, initially referring to a group of trees, and later including connotations of cultivation and ornamentation
Synonyms
Definitions
- A small group of trees, especially one that is smaller than a wood
- A group of trees planted or growing in a small area, often cultivated for food or other products
- A place where trees or shrubs are grown for pleasure or ornament
Usage Examples
- The family walked through the grove of trees on their way to the picnic area
- The olive grove has been in our family for generations
- The garden features a beautiful grove of flowering cherry trees
Antonyms
desert
wasteland
barren
empty
cleared
open
field
plain
prairie
steppe
tundra
heath
moor
bog
marsh
swamp
clearing
void
vacancy
emptiness
desolation
isolation