Definition of Bower
Bower
bow·er
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a pleasant and shady sheltered area in a garden or wood, usually fashioned from tree branches and climbing vines;
e.g. In my garden I built a bower for grapevines and climbing roses.
(noun)
an attractive cottage or other similar covered structure for rest and/or residence;
e.g. The old lady lived in a small bower at the edge of the woods.
(noun)
(literary) a lady's private quarters, such as her bedroom or sitting rooms, in a medieval castle or house;
e.g. The princess was ready to retire to her bower for the evening.
(verb)
to enclose, shade, or shelter someone/something;
e.g. The trees bower parts of the park, making them cool and shady.
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