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groove

[ɡruːv]

groove Definition

  • 1a long, narrow cut or depression, especially one made to guide motion or receive a corresponding ridge
  • 2a settled routine or course of life
  • 3a situation or an activity that one enjoys or to which one is especially well suited

Using groove: Examples

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

  • Example

    The needle fits into the groove of the record.

  • Example

    She found her groove in the new job after a few weeks.

  • Example

    Playing music is his groove.

  • Example

    The car tires left deep grooves in the mud.

  • Example

    He's been in a bit of a groove lately, working out every day and eating healthy.

groove Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for groove

Idioms Using groove

  • to establish a pattern or routine, especially one that is enjoyable or satisfying

    Example

    After a few weeks of trying different things, she finally cut a groove in her new city and started to feel at home.

  • in a comfortable or established routine or pattern

    Example

    He's been in a groove lately with his writing, producing a new article every week like clockwork.

  • to enjoy or take pleasure in something

    Example

    She really grooves on jazz music.

Phrases with groove

  • performing exceptionally well, especially in a relaxed or natural way

    Example

    After a few warm-up songs, the band was really in the groove.

  • to become comfortable with a particular situation or activity

    Example

    It took me a while to get into the groove of my new job.

  • not performing as well as usual, especially due to a lack of practice or focus

    Example

    I haven't played tennis in months, so I'm really out of the groove.

Origins of groove

from Middle English 'groof', meaning 'pit, cave'

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Summary: groove in Brief

The term 'groove' [ɡruːv] refers to a long, narrow cut or depression, a settled routine or course of life, or a situation or activity that one enjoys or to which one is especially well suited. It can describe physical features like tire tracks or musical enjoyment, as in 'Playing music is his groove.' Phrases like 'in the groove' and idioms like 'groove on' denote comfort and enjoyment, while 'out of the groove' implies a lack of practice or focus.