espalier
/ih-spal-yer, -yey/US // ɪˈspæl yər, -yeɪ //UK // (ɪˈspæljə) //
长廊
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Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 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
- : 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.
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