noun, A sheltered place, especially a greenhouse, used for the cultivation of orange trees and exotic plants in cool climates.
Once found in especially stately homes, for cultivating citrus trees and other ornamental trees in a cool climate where they would not otherwise grow; usually had large, tall windows along its southern exposure; now often used for social and exhibition purposes.
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I've been swimming three times this month! My boyfriend says it's still way too cold for that in your part of the world. haha :)
you didn't get to the beach this weekend then??
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