espalier

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Synonyms: escalier, espier, scalier, espaliers, spacier, palier, spaller, spanier, empaler, shalier

Antonyms: escalier, espier, scalier, espaliers, spacier, palier, spaller, spanier, empaler, shalier

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Noun

1. A latticework used to shape or train the [[branches]] of a [[tree]] or [[shrub]] into a two-dimensional [[ornamental]] or useful design, as along a wall or fence.
2. A [[plant]] that has been [[shape]]d in this manner.
3. A [[row]] of plants that have been shaped in this manner.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[train]] a [[plant]] in this [[manner]].

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