Hey there, nature lover!

It's time to learn a new word!

orchard

You may have heard of an orchard, but do you know exactly what it is?

ℹ️ Part of speech

orchard is a NOUN.

🗣️ Pronunciation

orchard is pronounced /ˈɔr.tʃərd/ or OR-chuhrd.

📚️ Definition

orchard refers to a piece of land where fruit trees are grown, usually for commercial purposes. Example: an apple orchard.

📰 Examples

Here are some examples of orchard in usage:

• We spent a lovely afternoon picking apples at the local orchard.
• The farmer's orchard contains a variety of fruit trees, including peaches, pears, and plums.
• In the fall, the family-run orchard hosts a pumpkin patch and a corn maze for visitors to enjoy.

🧠 Quick vocab quiz

Test yourself!

orchard most nearly means

And one more:

Which of the following sentences most correctly uses the word orchard?

Scroll down for the answer/s.

💁🏼 Tips!

An orchard is specifically for growing fruit trees, while a garden might have a variety of plants, including flowers and vegetables. A meadow is an open field, usually with grass and wildflowers, while a forest has many tall trees and can be dense. Remember, an orchard is all about fruit trees!

✅ Quiz answer/s

Answers:

• A, fruit farm.
• A, The sun set over the vast orchard, casting a warm glow on the ripening apples.

👋 Bye for now

Happy learning and enjoy the fruits of your knowledge!

Erin
Writer of the TestMagic Word of the Day