noun Download 🔗Share A glass covering, originally bell-shaped, for garden plants to prevent frost damage and promote early growth. Examples : "The gardener carefully placed the cloches over the tomato seedlings to protect them from the late spring frost. " plant agriculture environment nature Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A bell-shaped, close-fitting women’s hat with a deep rounded crown and narrow rim. Examples : "During the 1920s-themed party, many women wore stylish cloches that perfectly matched their flapper dresses. " appearance wear style item Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A tableware cover, often resembling a bell. Examples : "The waiter carefully placed silver cloches over each plate of food to keep it warm until we were ready to eat. " utensil food item Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An apparatus used in controlling certain aeroplanes, consisting principally of a steering column mounted with a universal joint at the base, which is bell-shaped and has attached to it the cables for controlling the wing-warping devices, elevator planes, etc. Examples : "The vintage biplane, meticulously restored, still featured its original cloches, connecting the pilot directly to the ailerons and elevators for precise control. " technology vehicle nautical machine technical device part Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
