n.
Pronunciation: ' grüv
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English grove pit, cave, from Middle Dutch groeve; akin to Old High German gruoba pit, cave, Old English grafan to dig ― more at GRAVE
Date: 1659
1 : a long narrow channel or depression
2 a : a fixed routine : RUT b : a situation suited to one's abilities or interests : NICHE
3 : top form <a great talker when he is in the groove >
4 : the middle of the strike zone in baseball where a pitch is most easily hit <a fastball right in the groove >
5 : an enjoyable or exciting experience
6 : a pronounced enjoyable rhythm