arbor
/ˈɑrbər/
noun
- A shady garden shelter or alcove made of trees, shrubs, or climbing plants, often with a framework of latticework.
- We sat in the arbor and enjoyed the cool breeze on a hot summer day.
- The rose-covered arbor was the perfect spot for the wedding ceremony.
- She built a wooden arbor in the backyard and planted vines around it.
- A rotating shaft or spindle in a machine, especially one that holds a tool or workpiece.
- The arbor of the lathe spun smoothly after being oiled.
- Make sure the arbor is properly aligned before tightening the blade.
- The machinist replaced the worn arbor in the drill press.
- A tree, especially in botanical or poetic contexts.
- The garden featured a rare arbor from South America.
- In the poem, the arbor symbolizes strength and endurance.
- The ancient arbor stood tall in the center of the village square.