What does ARBOR mean?

Arbor

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

1. a shelter of vines or branches or of latticework covered with climbing shrubs or vines; a bower (source: Merriam-Webster)
2. a shady garden alcove with sides and a roof formed by trees or climbing plants trained over a framework (source: Lexico)
3. a framework that supports climbing plants; "the arbor provided a shady resting place in the park" (source: Vocabulary.com)

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɑrbər/
• UK: /ˈɑːbə/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "arbor" originated from the Latin word "arbor" which means "tree". It is commonly used to refer to a shelter of vines or branches or of latticework covered with climbing shrubs or vines. It is also used to refer to a shady garden alcove with sides and a roof formed by trees or climbing plants trained over a framework. Additionally, it is used to refer to a framework that supports climbing plants. The word is commonly used in gardening and landscaping contexts.

5. Synonyms: pergola, trellis, gazebo, bower, shelter, shade

6. Related Words: arbor, bower, trell, shade, arced

7. Example Sentences:

1. They sat in the arbor, enjoying the shade and the scent of the flowers.
2. The garden was filled with arbors covered with climbing roses.
3. The arbor provided a cool respite from the hot sun.