arbor

as in pergola
a wooden shelter in a garden that is shaped like an arch and that plants grow over

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Recent Examples of arbor In order to be a tree city, the community must adhere to standards laid out by the Arbor Day Foundation such as creating a public tree care ordinance, and an arbor day celebration. Graham P. Johnson, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2024 The grant will also be used to provide arbor care training to Blue Island’s Public Works staff scheduled in February. Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2025 Relocate firewood and lumber to Zone 2. Replace combustible fencing, gates, and arbors attached to the home with noncombustible alternatives. Eric MacK, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025 Plants grow as a twining vine that benefits from an arbor or trellis for support. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for arbor
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Noun
  • The original metal awning came down in favor of a pergola with a woven roof that plays into the overall tropical theme.
    Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
  • The shop will be inside the Washington Street Boat Landing pergola, at the edge of Pioneer Square.
    Axios Seattle, Axios, 28 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • For a daybed that almost functions as a hammock, this sling-style piece is complete with a canopy and two throw pillows.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Photo : Matthew Millman The sharp angles of the roof contrast with the soft canopies of the surrounding trees.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Like the bowers, the nests of the puffer fish are beautiful and involve mate attraction.
    Shawn Simpson, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Adam—great in the bower, but a bit of a bore—speaks in paeans, but the snake speaks boldly, sensuously.
    Merve Emre, The New Yorker, 16 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • When a game was in hand, and the starters were pulled, Stackhouse would head into a tent on the sideline and fall asleep.
    Seth Emerson, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.
    STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The death toll from Tuesday (April 8) roof collapse at the Jet Set club in Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic has climbed to more than 113 people.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 9 Apr. 2025
  • The cause of the roof collapse wasn't immediately clear as authorities investigated.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The up-firing speakers are designed to fire overhead effects onto your ceiling, completing the full hemispheric sound stage around your seating position that’s a key part of a true Dolby Atmos experience.
    John Archer, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
  • Ignoring Vertical Space High ceilings only do so much good if everything in the room resides in the bottom half of the space.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • In the final episode, Lejla was drugged and taken to the very same glass dome where Alicia was being held captive.
    Jordana Comiter, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • Santorini Photo: Getty Images Santorini, the island famous for its blue domes, volcanic landscape, and stunning sunsets, is one of the most popular Greek islands for all the reasons just listed.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • After walking for one mile, hikers will reach a pocket park on the northern side of the trail, featuring tables, a sweet walking path, shade awnings and a Little Free Library.
    Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Areas without a tornado touchdown still saw significant damage, Morgan said, including funding and damaged awnings.
    Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2025

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“Arbor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arbor. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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