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nursery

noun

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Meaning

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A place where young children are cared for during the day, or a room for a baby or young child.

Example Sentence

The children at the nursery learned to share toys and sing songs during their playtime.

Usage Note

Describes a facility or room dedicated to the care and early education of very young children, typically before they reach school age. It can also refer to a place where young plants are cultivated before being transplanted.

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