Bosque
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bɒsk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bosque is a noun meaning Rare spelling of bosk.
Meaning
Rare spelling of bosk.
More Meanings
- (Southwestern US) A gallery forest found growing along a river bank or on the flood plain of a watercourse.
Example Sentences
On February 16 a reconnaissance in force was pushed to within a mile of the fort and battle offered on the open plain. The challenge was disregarded, and only noticed by the sending out of a few well-mounted men to watch our movements. The forces of the enemy were kept well concealed in the bosque (grove) above the fort and within its walls.
Word Forms
- bosques
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include woods, forest, selva, spring, silva, grove.
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