| Arbor 1. (n.) A tree; a latticework formed vines or branches; a leafy recess for shade; a bower. 2. (n.) A tree, as distinguished from a shrub. 3. (n.) An axle or spindle of a wheel or opinion. 4. (n.) A mandrel in lathe turning. Thesaurus Entries alcove, axis, axle, axle bar, axle shaft, axle spindle, axle-tree, belvedere, bower, casino, conservatory, distaff, fulcrum, gazebo, gimbal, glasshouse, greenhouse, gudgeon, hinge, hingle, hub, kiosk, lathhouse, mandrel, nave, oarlock, pergola, pin, pintle, pivot, pole, radiant, retreat, rowlock, spindle, summerhouse, swivel, trunnion |