Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

orangery

noun

/ˈɔːrənʤəri/

Definition

A building or room, typically found in gardens, designed for the cultivation of orange trees and other citrus plants.

Examples

The historic estate featured a beautiful orangery filled with exotic plants.
She decided to host her wedding reception in the elegant orangery of the botanical garden.
The orangery was designed with tall glass windows to maximize sunlight for the plants.

Meaning

An orangery is often a large, greenhouse-like structure that allows for the growth of tropical and subtropical plants in a controlled environment, particularly suitable for orange trees.