Arbour: meaning, definitions and examples
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arbour
[ หษห.bษr ]
garden structure
An arbour is a garden structure formed of a framework that supports climbing plants. It often consists of a trellis or a lattice where vines or flowers can grow, creating a shaded area for relaxation or enjoyment in a garden setting.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She decorated the arbour with hanging flowers.
- They built an arbour to provide shade in the backyard.
- The arbour was covered in beautiful climbing roses.
Translations
Translations of the word "arbour" in other languages:
๐ต๐น arco
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคกเคผ เคเฅ เคเคพเคฏเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Laube
๐ฎ๐ฉ kanopi
๐บ๐ฆ ะฐะปััะฐะฝะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ altana
๐ฏ๐ต ใขใผใใผ
๐ซ๐ท tonnelle
๐ช๐ธ pergola
๐น๐ท gรถlgelik
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุดุฑูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ altรกn
๐ธ๐ฐ altรกn
๐จ๐ณ ๅไบญ
๐ธ๐ฎ pergola
๐ฎ๐ธ pergรณla
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบำฉะปะฑะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ arbor
๐ฒ๐ฝ pergola
Etymology
The word 'arbour' originates from Middle English 'arbor', which is derived from the Old French 'arbre', meaning 'tree'. This connection is also evident in its Latin root 'arbor', which also means 'tree'. Over the years, the term evolved to describe a sheltered outdoor area typically found in gardens, designed for relaxation and to support climbing plants. This evolution reflects the historical importance of gardens in social and cultural practices, where people often gathered in natural settings for leisure and contemplation. The concept of the arbour has been embraced in various cultures, contributing to its lasting presence in landscape design.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #30,358 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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