arbour
|ar-bour|
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/ˈɑrbər/
🇬🇧
/ˈɑːbə/
a sheltered place made by trees/wood
Etymology
'arbour' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'arbor', where 'arbor' meant 'tree'.
'arbour' changed via Old French (e.g. 'arbre') and Middle English forms such as 'arber' or 'arbor', eventually becoming the modern English spelling 'arbour' (British) and 'arbor' (US).
Initially it referred to 'tree' (the Latin sense), but over time it came to denote a structure or sheltered place formed by trees or latticework, and in technical contexts a shaft or spindle.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sheltered place in a garden formed by trees, shrubs, or latticework covered with climbing plants; a small leafy recess or summerhouse.
We sat in the arbour and read until dusk.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/10/03 10:40