Meaning of the word espalier in English
What does espalier mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
espalier
US /ɪˈspɑːl.jeɪ/
UK /ɪˈspæl.i.eɪ/
Noun
a shrub or tree that has been trained to grow flat against a wall or other support
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The gardener carefully pruned the apple espalier.
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A beautiful pear espalier adorned the old stone wall.
Verb
to train a shrub or tree to grow flat against a wall or other support
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They decided to espalier the fruit trees along the fence.
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It takes patience to properly espalier a rose bush.