groove

²groove

verb

groovedgroov·ing

Definition of GROOVE

transitive verb

1

a : to make a groove in b : to join by a groove

2

: to perfect by repeated practice <grooved her golf swing>

3

: to throw (a pitch) in the groove

intransitive verb

1

: to become joined or fitted by a groove

2

: to form a groove

3

: to enjoy oneself intensely

4

: to interact harmoniously <contemporary minds and rock groove together — Benjamin DeMott>

— groov·er noun

Examples of GROOVE

1. We grooved to the beat.
2. <if you groove that piece of wood, we should be able to fit this smaller board into it>

First Known Use of GROOVE

1686

Related to GROOVE

Synonyms: score, scribe, seam

Antonyms: clash, collide, conflict

Related Words: abrade, file, graze, mill, rasp, scarify, scratch; bevel, chamfer, flute

Near Antonyms: contradict, contrast, counter, differ, diverge, jar; cancel (out), counteract, negate, offset

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