grooved (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɡruːv/
Definition
A long, narrow cut or depression in a hard surface.
Examples
The old wooden floorboards had deep grooves where generations of feet had walked.
The carpenter carefully cut a groove into the edge of the shelf to fit the back panel.
Dust often collects in the tiny grooves of old furniture, requiring regular cleaning.
How to Use grooved
- in a groove (prepositional phrase)
- Performing well or settled into a routine. — "The athlete was in a groove, hitting every shot perfectly."
- fall into a groove (collocation)
- To establish a routine or habit. — "It's easy to fall into a groove of working from home every day."
- groove to (music) (phrasal verb)
- To dance or move rhythmically to music. — "Everyone was grooving to the upbeat reggae music."
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