as in greenhouse
a glass-enclosed building for growing plants the college's conservatory is entirely devoted to cultivating and displaying orchids

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Recent Examples of conservatory Experts say conservatories can still serve a purpose—if designed with intent. Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025 Encompassing more than two acres of lush gardens, the stately spread comprises a botanical collection worthy of a royal conservatory. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025 The walled garden nearby includes two 19th-century Gardeners’ Cottages: one with three bedrooms and a conservatory, the other a guest cottage with two bedrooms, all surrounded by fruit trees and historic walls. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 12 May 2025 Rogers was accepted into the Manhattan School of Music, a conservatory in New York City, to study musical theater. Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for conservatory
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greenhouse
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  • Another sanctuary is La Traviata, Treville’s luxurious spa set in a sunlit greenhouse.
    Livia Hengel, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
  • The property is complete with a seating area, plunge pool, raised beds, and a greenhouse workout facility.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025

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“Conservatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conservatory. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.

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