单词 | plantation-like |
释义 | > as lemmasplanˈtation-like planˈtation-like adj. (and adv.) ΚΠ 1862 N.Y. Times 24 Nov. 2/3 The phrase ‘never-dead’ as the negro synonym for our ‘ever green’, is peculiarly plantation-like. 1881 Fortn. Rev. Dec. 695 All about, sometimes ranged in lines plantation-like, sometimes grouped in clusters, stand innumerable stone lamps, offerings of the devout. 1927 Jrnl. Ecol. 15 144 This plantation-like appearance is less marked in the case of Harlow and other oakwoods, for they are more open, and the birch is sub-dominant. 1992 Harper's Mag. Apr. 60/2 I saw stone trim with clerestory windows, the Gothic look or Colonial homes with shutters, plantation-like spreads with columns to either side of the front door. < as lemmas |
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