greenhouse
Meaning
A greenhouse is a structure made of glass or plastic that is designed to create a controlled environment for growing plants, allowing for year-round cultivation and protection from harsh weather conditions.
💡 Common mistake: People often confuse "greenhouse" with "garden shed," but a greenhouse specifically refers to a plant-growing structure.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maria
tends
to
a
small
greenhouse
behind
her
house
where
she
grows
tomatoes
and
herbs
.
She
has
been
growing
them
since
early
spring
,
and
the
warm
,
humid
air
helps
the
fruit
ripen
faster
.
Although
the
winter
was
long
,
the
greenhouse
kept
the
plants
safe
from
frost
,
so
she
could
harvest
fresh
vegetables
earlier
than
her
neighbors
.
Every
morning
she
waters
the
pots
and
checks
the
temperature
,
enjoying
the
quiet
routine
.
Common Phrases
greenhouse effect
greenhouse gases
greenhouse vegetables
Synonyms
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