1. Plural of arborvitae; evergreen shrubs or trees of the cypress family, often used in landscaping and ornamental gardens.
Usage: Also spelled 'arborvitaes' or 'arbor vitaes'; the singular form is 'arborvitae'; Common in North American horticulture

Examples

• The homeowner planted a row of arborvitaes along the property line for privacy.
• Arborvitaes are popular choices for hedges because they grow tall and dense.
• The landscape designer recommended arborvitaes for their year-round green foliage.
• Many arborvitaes can tolerate cold winters and poor soil conditions.
• The garden center had several varieties of arborvitaes in stock.