orchard

[ˈɔːtʃəd]

orchard Definition

a piece of land planted with fruit trees.

Using orchard: Examples

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

• Example

  The orchard was full of ripe apples.

• Example

  The farmer has a large orchard of peach trees.

• Example

  We went apple picking in the orchard.

• Example

  The family had a picnic in the orchard.

orchard Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for orchard

• grove
• plantation
• fruit garden

Phrases with orchard

• cherry orchard

  an orchard where cherry trees are grown

  Example

  The cherry orchard was in full bloom.

• apple orchard

  an orchard where apple trees are grown

  Example

  The apple orchard produced a bountiful harvest this year.

• pear orchard

  an orchard where pear trees are grown

  Example

  The pear orchard was damaged by a hailstorm.

Origins of orchard

from Old English 'ortgeard', meaning 'enclosure for fruit trees'

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Summary: orchard in Brief

An 'orchard' [ˈɔːtʃəd] is a piece of land planted with fruit trees, such as apples, peaches, or pears. It can be used for activities like fruit picking or picnics, as in 'We went apple picking in the orchard.' 'Orchard' also extends to specific types of fruit trees, such as 'cherry orchard' or 'pear orchard.'