Grove

Pronunciation: /ɡroʊv/

Definitions of grove

noun a small wood or forested area

Example Sentences

A1 I went for a walk in the grove and enjoyed the fresh air.

A2 The grove was filled with tall trees and chirping birds.

B1 The grove provided a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

B2 The grove was a sanctuary for various wildlife species.

C1 The grove's lush vegetation created a serene atmosphere for meditation.

C2 The grove's ancient trees stood tall, a testament to the passage of time.

Examples of grove in a Sentence

formal The orchard was filled with rows of citrus trees in a beautiful grove.

informal Let's take a walk through the grove and enjoy the fresh air.

slang I heard there's a cool spot to hang out in the grove behind the school.

figurative In the grove of creativity, ideas bloom like wildflowers.

Grammatical Forms of grove

• plural: groves
• comparative: grover
• superlative: grovist
• present tense: grove
• future tense: will grove
• perfect tense: has groved
• continuous tense: is groving
• singular: grove
• positive degree: grove
• infinitive: to grove
• gerund: groving
• participle: groved

Origin and Evolution of grove

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'grove' originated from Middle English 'grove' which was derived from Old English 'graf', meaning a small wood or thicket.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'grove' has continued to refer to a small group of trees or a small wooded area, often used to describe a peaceful and secluded natural setting.