Scherm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Scherm is a noun meaning A temporary shelter made from branches.
Meaning
A temporary shelter made from branches.
Example Sentences
[W]e went to work to build a "scherm" near one of the pools and about a hundred yards to the right of it. This is done by cutting a quantity of thorn bushes and piling them in the shape of a circular hedge. Then the space enclosed is smoothed, and dry tambouki grass, if obtainable, is made into a bed in the centre, and a fire or fires lighted.
Word Forms
- scherms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include screen, enramada, shelterbelt, twigloo, bield, shed.
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