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1trellis
noun trel·lis \ˈtre-ləs\
: a frame with long pieces of wood that cross each other that is used as a support for climbing plants
Full Definition of TRELLIS
1
: a frame of latticework used as a screen or as a support for climbing plants
2
: a construction (as a summerhouse) chiefly of latticework
3
: an arrangement that forms or gives the effect of a lattice <a trellis of interlacing streams>
— trel·lised \ˈtre-ləst\ adjective
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Origin of TRELLIS
Middle English trelis, from Anglo-French treleis, from Old French treille arbor, from Latin trichila summerhouse
First Known Use: 14th century
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transitive verb
Definition of TRELLIS
1
: to provide with a trellis; especially : to train (as a vine) on a trellis
2
: to cross or interlace on or through : interweave
First Known Use of TRELLIS
15th century
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trellis
noun trel·lis \ˈtre-ləs\
Definition of TRELLIS for Kids
: a frame of lattice used especially as a screen or a support for climbing plants
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