Grange

/ɡreɪndʒ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A farmhouse with associated farm buildings, especially a large one.

The old grange sat on the hillside, surrounded by fields of wheat.

A cooperative agricultural association or society, especially in the U.S.

Members of the grange gathered to discuss sustainable farming practices.

A social and educational organization for farmers and their families, often providing resources and community support.

She became active in the local grange, helping to organize events for the community.

Middle English from Old French 'grange' meaning granary or barn, derived from Latin 'granica' meaning granary.

grange meeting

A gathering of members of a grange for social or political purposes.

grange hall

A building used for meetings, typically related to agricultural topics.

community grange

A local branch of the National Grange organization.

farm

A tract of land devoted to agricultural processes.

barn

A large building for storing animals, hay, or grain.

granary

A building for storing grain.