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.
Synonyms
  • greenhouse
  • conservatory
  • glasshouse