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conservatory

con·ser·va·to·ry [ kən súrvə tàwree ] (plural con·ser·va·to·ries)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. advanced music or drama school: an institution or school where students are taught one of the arts, most commonly music or drama, to a professional standard

2. greenhouse: a room with glass walls and roof where plants are grown or displayed, often built onto the side of a house

[Mid-16th century. < late Latin conservatorium< Latin conservare (see conserve)]
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