What is another word for rockery?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈɒkəɹi] (IPA)

The word "rockery" refers to a garden feature that is characterized by a collection of stones arranged in an artistic manner. There are several related words that could be used alternatively to describe a rockery. One such word is "rock garden" which essentially refers to a garden designed with rocks as the main feature. "Stone bed" and "rocky landscape" are other great synonyms for rockery. "Stone arrangements", "stone array", and "rock tableau" are also commonly used expressions that could replace the word rockery. These terms are perfect for giving variety and depth to the description of a rockery in any writing or conversation.

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What are the hypernyms for Rockery?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Rockery

The trim lawn with its border of rose trees, the little fountain playing over the rockery, the quality of the garden furniture within view and the general air of comfort which pervaded the place, suggested the home of a prosperous City man, one of those happy creatures who have never troubled to get themselves in line for millions, but have lived happily between the four and five figure mark.
"Jack O' Judgment"
Edgar Wallace
Paul went along a row of hot-houses and climbed an artificial rockery whence trickled the thin stream of a waterfall which formed a large pool set in a frame of dark fir trees and alive with swans and wild duck.
"The Woman of Mystery"
Maurice Leblanc
Why don't you put a heap of stones there and pretend it is a rockery?
"The Secret Garden"
Frances Hodgson Burnett

Famous quotes with Rockery

  • Today 29-9-34 ion the garden, rockery side, looking up to the house where Bone was working, sky bluish, very gentle, I looked without theories or self consciousness. This happens very seldom, though I can prolong the delight if I prevent my engines from restarting.
    E. M. Forster

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