orchard

noun

or·​chard ˈȯr-chərd 

: a planting of fruit trees, nut trees, or sugar maples

also : the trees of such a planting

Examples of orchard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Making these chubby little Glazed Apple Fritters may be even quicker than a drive to the orchard. — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Nov. 2026

Mike Weststeyn, whose family owns about 700 acres of almond orchards in the Ripon area, said their work schedule is guided by daylight, not the clock. — Charlie Lapastora, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Surrounded by an orchard producing seasonal fruit and vegetables, the professionally landscaped grounds span over a half-acre and feature a loggia abutting an infinity-edge pool and a spill-over spa overlooking panoramic city-to-ocean views. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2026

Create your own home orchard with delicious olives, avocados, oranges, and more. — Haniya Rae, Martha Stewart, 3 Nov. 2026

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

Phrases Containing orchard

• orchard grass
• sugar orchard

Rhymes for orchard

• tortured

Kids Definition

orchard

noun

or·​chard ˈȯr-chərd 

1

: a place where fruit or nut trees are grown

2

: the trees in an orchard