orchard

noun

or·​chard ˈȯr-chərd How to pronounce orchard (audio)
: a planting of fruit trees, nut trees, or sugar maples
also : the trees of such a planting

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The grand swimming pool serves as the centerpiece of outdoor living inviting you to soak up the epic vistas, while a lush orchard stocked with a variety of fruit trees adds an earthy touch to the landscape. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Feb. 2025 Over time, rather than orchards, the land may support solar panels, beef cattle or wheat. Lisa M. Krieger, The Mercury News, 28 Jan. 2025 With its namesake farm, on-site orchards, excellent dining options with menus focused on farm-to-table offerings—plus a myriad of relaxing treatments and wellness programming (think: sound baths and breathwork workshops)—Wildflower has endless opportunities for connection and relaxation. Ariel Okin, Vogue, 22 Jan. 2025 The palate is sweet and creamy, featuring spiced, baked orchard fruits, creamy caramel, and rich roasted agave. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for orchard

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English ortgeard, from ort- (from Latin hortus garden) + geard yard — more at yard

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orchard was before the 12th century

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“Orchard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orchard. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

orchard

noun
or·​chard ˈȯr-chərd How to pronounce orchard (audio)
1
: a place where fruit or nut trees are grown
2
: the trees in an orchard

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