parterre

/pɑrˈtɛər/
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Other forms: parterres

Definitions of parterre
  1. noun
    an ornamental flower garden; beds and paths are arranged to form a pattern
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    type of:
    flower garden
    a garden featuring flowering plants
  2. noun
    seating at the rear of the main floor (beneath the balconies)
    synonyms: parquet circle
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    type of:
    seating, seating area, seating room, seats
    an area that includes places where several people can sit
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