orangery

noun

or·​ange·​ry ˈär-inj-rē How to pronounce orangery (audio)
ˈär(-ə)nj-,
ˈȯr-inj-,
ˈȯr(-ə)nj-
variants or less commonly orangerie
plural orangeries
: a protected place and especially a greenhouse for growing oranges in cool climates

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The main house is every bit the grand country residence, with vast reception rooms, an orangery overlooking the placid waters of Lower Lough Erne, and a kitchen that’s equal parts stately and practical. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2025 Since at the time the show marked the first leg of the exhibition in Europe after its debut in Shanghai, Swarovski opted to enrich the experience by setting a garden café in the orangery and tasking Cracco to create a menu for the occasion. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 4 June 2025 The estate is home to a Victorian-era orangery whose incredible range of plants, flowers, and fruits formed the inspiration for the botanical blend of the gin. Brian Freedman, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025 With all that sunshine, the room is even used as a mini orangery. Ulrich Clewing, Architectural Digest, 12 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for orangery

Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of orangery was in 1660

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“Orangery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orangery. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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