groove
Translation
groove, rut, channel, rhythm
Examples
The wheels left a deep groove in the mud.
The wheels left a deep groove in the mud.
It's easy to get stuck in a groove.
It's easy to get stuck in a groove.
The bassist laid down a funky groove.
The bassist laid down a funky groove.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) groove a deep/narrow groove The wheels made a deep groove in the path.
in a groove to get stuck in a groove I feel like I'm stuck in a groove at work.
Similar Words
furrow, rut, channel; (routine) rhythm, routine
Etymology
From Dutch 'groeve' meaning 'furrow, pit'. Related to the English word 'grave'.
Memory Tips
Picture a tire stuck in a muddy groove, going around and around. This connects the physical meaning to the idea of a routine or a repeating musical rhythm.