embower

/ˈembouər/

Definitions

1. verb

to surround or enclose with or as if with a roof or a canopy

“The trees embowered the village, providing a natural shelter from the rain.”

2. noun

a place enclosed by or as if by a roof or a canopy, especially a small, secluded spot

“The garden was her favorite place to embower and read a book.”

3. verb

to give a roof or a canopy to (something), especially a vehicle

“The car will be embowered with a new convertible top.”

Synonyms

  • canopy
  • enclose
  • shelter
  • surround

Antonyms

  • expose
  • expose
  • open