Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
serre
noun
/sɛr/
Definition
A greenhouse for growing plants, typically made of glass or transparent plastic.
Examples
- The gardener decided to build a serre to extend the growing season for her flowers.
- In the serre, we observed a variety of tropical plants thriving in the warm atmosphere.
- He spent the afternoon weeding and watering the plants in the serre.
Meaning
Serre refers to a structure used for cultivating plants in a controlled environment, providing them with optimal conditions for growth by regulating temperature and humidity.
Synonyms
- greenhouse
- hothouse
- conservatory
- glasshouse