proper noun / noun
grange
An American fraternal organization for farmers.
Our local grange brings farmers together to discuss community needs.
Etymology
Grange originally referred to a granary or farm establishment. The American farmers’ organization adopted this agricultural word as a name connecting its members with farm life.
More examples
- The Grange advocates for farmers and rural communities.
- She joins the local grange to meet other farmers.
- Several granges organize a dinner to raise scholarship money.
Forms
grange · granges
Similar words
- association
- Broader term for an organized group with shared interests.
- fraternity
- Emphasizes fellowship but need not have any agricultural connection.