grange

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

/ɡreɪndʒ/ (US, UK)

Definitions

1. A country house with farm buildings attached.
2. A farm, especially one belonging to a monastery.
3. (US) A lodge or local branch of the Patrons of Husbandry, an agricultural organization.

Usage Examples

• "The old grange stood in the midst of rolling farmland."
• "The medieval grange supplied food to the monastery."
• "He attended the monthly meeting at the local grange hall."

Etymology

Derived from Old French 'grange' (granary, barn), from Latin 'granica' (storehouse for grain), related to 'granum' (grain). The term has been used since the Middle Ages.

Synonyms

• Farmstead
• Homestead
• Estate
• Manor

Antonyms

• Urban dwelling
• City apartment

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

• British English: /ɡrɑːndʒ/
• American English: /ɡreɪndʒ/

Historical Usage

In medieval Europe, granges were often outlying farms owned by monasteries. In the U.S., the term became associated with agricultural societies in the 19th century.

Cultural Nuances

In Britain, ‘grange’ is often used for country estates, while in the U.S., it is linked to farming organizations and rural communities.

More Information

The National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry was established in 1867 in the U.S. to support farmers and rural communities, influencing agricultural policies.