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Definition of -ery suffix from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

-ery

suffixin nouns
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  1. the group or class of
    • greenery
    • confectionery
  2. the state or character of
    • bravery
    • slavery
  3. the art or practice of
    • cookery
    • archery
  4. a place where something is made, grows, lives, etc.
    • bakery
    • orangery
  5. Word Originfrom French -erie, based on Latin -arius and -ator.
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