Meaning of the word grange in English

What does grange mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grange

US /ˈɡreɪndʒ/
UK /ˈɡreɪndʒ/

Noun

1.

a country house with farm buildings attached

Example:
The old grange stood majestically on the hill, surrounded by fields.
They decided to convert the historic grange into a bed and breakfast.
2.

a local chapter of a farmers' organization, especially the National Grange of the Order of Patrons of Husbandry in the US

Example:
The community held its annual meeting at the local Grange hall.
Membership in the Grange provided farmers with a strong collective voice.