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espalier

/ih-spal-yer, -yey/US // ɪˈspæl yər, -yeɪ //UK // (ɪˈspæljə) //

长廊

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Definitions

n.名词 noun
  1. 1
    • : a trellis or framework on which the trunk and branches of fruit trees or shrubs are trained to grow in one plane.
    • : a plant so trained.
v.有主动词 verb
  1. 1
    • : to train on an espalier.
    • : to furnish with an espalier.

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Examples

  • A beautiful portion of Holland's glorious history affords the espalier, around which the tendrils of my narrative entwine.

  • The apricot is a favorite tree for espalier training against walls and fences, in small yards, where it bears luxuriantly.

  • Trained as an espalier, with protection of straw or mats, it will do tolerably well throughout the Middle states.

  • The left arm being defended by the target has no espalier or pauldron, but only coude, vambraces, and gauntlets.

  • A branch from Andreasens espalier, an apple branch of all things, thrust itself up across the opening.