Main Entry:

¹groove

Pronunciation:

\ˈgrüv\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

Middle English grove pit, cave, from Middle Dutch groeve; akin to Old High German gruoba pit, cave, Old English grafan to dig — more at grave

Date:

1659

1: a long narrow channel or depression2 a: a fixed routine : rut b: a situation suited to one's abilities or interests : niche3: top form <a great talker when he is in the groove>4: the middle of the strike zone in baseball where a pitch is most easily hit <a fastball right in the groove>5: an enjoyable or exciting experience6: a pronounced enjoyable rhythm