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 depression
2 a : a fixed routine : rut b : a situation suited to one's abilities or interests : niche
3 : 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 experience
6 : a pronounced enjoyable rhythm