VocabJLPT N2
groove
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. ditch
  2. 2. drain
  3. 3. groove
  4. 4. gap (between people, countries, etc.)
A narrow channel, groove, or ditch, such as a drainage channel along a road or a groove cut into a surface. It can also be used metaphorically to describe an emotional gap or rift between people.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Hmm, I wonder if we'll ever find that key that fell in the ditch.

Sentence 2

Ugh, ditch mud splashed all over my pants!

Sentence 3

How come I'm always the one stuck cleaning the ditch?

Sentence 4

Wait — something just flashed in the ditch!

Sentence 5

Excuse me, I noticed the ditch cover has come off.