conservatory
noun
con·ser·va·to·ry
kən-ˈsər-və-ˌtȯr-ē 
plural conservatories
1
: a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
2
: a school specializing in one of the fine arts
a music conservatory
Examples of conservatory in a Sentence
the Peabody Conservatory of Music
the college's conservatory is entirely devoted to cultivating and displaying orchids
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The layout includes a formal drawing room, a dining room, a kitchen with an adjoining conservatory, and even a separate coach house with a kitchen and reception room—ideal for guests, staff, or perhaps a studio space.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
The charismatic head of an acting conservatory who some members contend has turned into a cult leader isn’t abusive.
—Gary Baum, People.com, 9 June 2025
The Matthaei Botanical Gardens, established in 1907, encompasses more than 300 acres of diverse landscapes, including eleven outdoor gardens, a 10,000+ square-foot conservatory with numerous plant collections and nearly 3 miles of nature trails.
—Elissa Robinson, USA Today, 4 June 2025
Frederick’s receiving line In 2024, more than 30,000 visitors lined up to meet Horace within the conservatory, which is located in Como Park at 1225 Estabrook Drive.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 19 June 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 June 2025
The charismatic head of an acting conservatory who some members contend has turned into a cult leader isn’t abusive.
—Gary Baum, People.com, 9 June 2025
The Matthaei Botanical Gardens, established in 1907, encompasses more than 300 acres of diverse landscapes, including eleven outdoor gardens, a 10,000+ square-foot conservatory with numerous plant collections and nearly 3 miles of nature trails.
—Elissa Robinson, USA Today, 4 June 2025
Frederick’s receiving line In 2024, more than 30,000 visitors lined up to meet Horace within the conservatory, which is located in Como Park at 1225 Estabrook Drive.
—Molly Guthrey, Twin Cities, 19 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for conservatory
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“Conservatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conservatory. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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conservatory
noun
con·ser·va·to·ry
kən-ˈsər-və-ˌtōr-ē
-ˌtȯr-
plural conservatories
1
: a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
2
: a place of instruction in some special study (as music)
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