noun
- a greenhouse or conservatory for growing orange trees and other citrus plants
Examples
- The palace orangery housed dozens of citrus trees during the winter months.
- Visitors can tour the historic orangery and see exotic plants from around the world.
- The orangery was built in the 18th century to protect delicate fruit trees from frost.
- She spent her morning reading in the sunny orangery surrounded by blooming orange trees.
- The estate’s orangery features tall windows and a glass roof for maximum sunlight.
- Many European castles included an orangery as a symbol of wealth and sophistication.