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grotto

[ˈɡrɒtəʊ]

grotto Definition

  • 1a small cave or cavern
  • 2an artificial recess or structure made to resemble a cave

Using grotto: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "grotto" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The grotto was filled with stalactites and stalagmites.

  • Example

    The garden had a beautiful grotto with a small waterfall.

  • Example

    The band played in a grotto-like venue with low ceilings and dim lighting.

grotto Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for grotto

Phrases with grotto

  • Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto

    a replica of the original grotto in Lourdes, France, built in various locations around the world as a pilgrimage site for Catholics

    Example

    The Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in San Jose, California is a popular destination for Catholic pilgrims.

  • grottoes and karst

    a type of landscape characterized by underground drainage systems with sinkholes and caves

    Example

    The Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico is known for its grottoes and karst topography.

  • a species of salamander found in the southeastern United States that lives in underground streams and grottoes

    Example

    The grotto salamander is an endangered species due to habitat loss and pollution.

Origins of grotto

from Italian 'grotta', meaning 'cave'

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Summary: grotto in Brief

A 'grotto' [ˈɡrɒtəʊ] is a small cave or cavern, either natural or artificial. It can be found in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces, or used as a venue for concerts and events. Examples include 'The garden had a beautiful grotto with a small waterfall.' and 'The band played in a grotto-like venue with low ceilings and dim lighting.' The phrase 'Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto' refers to a replica of the original grotto in Lourdes, France, built in various locations around the world as a pilgrimage site for Catholics.

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