green·house
ˈgrēn-ˌhau̇s 
plural greenhouses
1
: a usually permanent climate-controlled structure enclosed (as by glass or multiple layers of plastic) and used usually year-round for the cultivation or protection of tender plants
2
: a clear plastic shell (such as a canopy) covering a section of an airplane
also
: a compartment (as for a bombardier) enclosed by such a shell
: of, relating to, contributing to, or caused by the greenhouse effect
greenhouse warming
greenhouse gases
Synonyms
Examples of greenhouse in a Sentence
Noun
needed to move the plants into the greenhouse before the first frost killed them
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2024
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Alchemical ambience
Across the courtyard, the new still room resembles a vast industrial greenhouse with four shiny new copper stills as its exotic plants.
—Angus MacKinnon, CNN, 13 Apr. 2024
After packing the soil around the cutting, make a mini greenhouse to conserve humidity by covering the pot with a plastic bag, being careful the bag doesn't touch the leaves.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2024
Industry groups and Republicans have condemned the pause, saying LNG exports stabilize global energy markets, support thousands of American jobs and reduce global greenhouse emissions by transitioning countries away from coal, a far dirtier fossil fuel.
—Matthew Daly, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
After Cobain died, Love had the greenhouse demolished and eventually sold the home three years later for $2.9 million.
—Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
In the winter, tender bonsai need to go indoors or in a greenhouse; hardy plants can stay outdoors as long as they're protected from drying wind and direct sun.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
The decor is modern, but not cold: at its center is a hydroponic greenhouse from which herbs and spices used in cocktails are harvested, and the zero-waste concept helps to determine the ingredients for the dishes prepared in the restaurant, which are always made with care.
—Francesca Faccani, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2024
The biggest expansion would be for the college’s horticulture and agricultural sciences programs — including the addition of two academic buildings, two greenhouses, a barn and working farm, experimental labs, classrooms, student group and common areas.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 10 Apr. 2024
Stephen Singer, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2022
And there are other ways for the president to crack down on emissions, including tightening regulations on non-greenhouse coal-plant pollutants and vehicle fuel economy standards, and boosting support for renewables.
—Tim McDonnell, Quartz, 22 Sep. 2020
The emissions impact of millions of people not commuting by car every day are enormous
No single activity contributes more greenhouse gas emissions than driving to and from work.
—Matt Butner, Quartz at Work, 5 May 2020
Ideally, the new project would generate less greenhouse gas emissions than are being created at the Coliseum.
—Phil Matier, SFChronicle.com, 25 Mar. 2020
The change is also expected to result in significantly more greenhouse gas emissions, which trap the sun’s heat, worsening the effects of climate change.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2020
Of the 90 countries whose oil extraction was studied, few generated more greenhouse gas per barrel.
—Christopher Flavelle, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2020
The thawing of permafrost represents a positive feedback that amplifies warming by releasing more greenhouse gas into the atmosphere.
—Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, 6 Feb. 2020
Increasing fuel efficiency means vehicles burn less gas and subsequently emit less greenhouse gas pollution into the atmosphere.
—New York Times, 25 July 2019
Noun
Also on tap are a large poolside cabana warmed by a fireplace and four-stall horse barn, plus a professional-size riding arena, greenhouse and an attached garage that can accommodate up to four vehicles.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2024
Related article The wild, remote island at the heart of a billion-dollar industry
Alchemical ambience
Across the courtyard, the new still room resembles a vast industrial greenhouse with four shiny new copper stills as its exotic plants.
—Angus MacKinnon, CNN, 13 Apr. 2024
After packing the soil around the cutting, make a mini greenhouse to conserve humidity by covering the pot with a plastic bag, being careful the bag doesn't touch the leaves.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2024
Industry groups and Republicans have condemned the pause, saying LNG exports stabilize global energy markets, support thousands of American jobs and reduce global greenhouse emissions by transitioning countries away from coal, a far dirtier fossil fuel.
—Matthew Daly, Quartz, 11 Apr. 2024
After Cobain died, Love had the greenhouse demolished and eventually sold the home three years later for $2.9 million.
—Nicole Briese, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
In the winter, tender bonsai need to go indoors or in a greenhouse; hardy plants can stay outdoors as long as they're protected from drying wind and direct sun.
—Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2024
The decor is modern, but not cold: at its center is a hydroponic greenhouse from which herbs and spices used in cocktails are harvested, and the zero-waste concept helps to determine the ingredients for the dishes prepared in the restaurant, which are always made with care.
—Francesca Faccani, Vogue, 14 Apr. 2024
The biggest expansion would be for the college’s horticulture and agricultural sciences programs — including the addition of two academic buildings, two greenhouses, a barn and working farm, experimental labs, classrooms, student group and common areas.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 10 Apr. 2024
Adjective
Millstone accounts for 40% of Connecticut’s electricity and 90% of non-greenhouse gas emissions.
—Stephen Singer, Hartford Courant, 31 May 2022
And there are other ways for the president to crack down on emissions, including tightening regulations on non-greenhouse coal-plant pollutants and vehicle fuel economy standards, and boosting support for renewables.
—Tim McDonnell, Quartz, 22 Sep. 2020
The emissions impact of millions of people not commuting by car every day are enormous
No single activity contributes more greenhouse gas emissions than driving to and from work.
—Matt Butner, Quartz at Work, 5 May 2020
Ideally, the new project would generate less greenhouse gas emissions than are being created at the Coliseum.
—Phil Matier, SFChronicle.com, 25 Mar. 2020
The change is also expected to result in significantly more greenhouse gas emissions, which trap the sun’s heat, worsening the effects of climate change.
—Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2020
Of the 90 countries whose oil extraction was studied, few generated more greenhouse gas per barrel.
—Christopher Flavelle, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2020
The thawing of permafrost represents a positive feedback that amplifies warming by releasing more greenhouse gas into the atmosphere.
—Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, 6 Feb. 2020
Increasing fuel efficiency means vehicles burn less gas and subsequently emit less greenhouse gas pollution into the atmosphere.
—New York Times, 25 July 2019
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“Greenhouse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greenhouse. Accessed 29 Apr. 2024.
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greenhouse
1 of 2 noun
green·house
-ˌhau̇s
: a glassed enclosure for cultivation of plants
greenhouse
2 of 2 adjective
: relating to, causing, or caused by the greenhouse effect
greenhouse warming
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