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Glade

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glade
an open place in a forest; clearing
Glade 

a relatively small open area in a forest. Glades form when trees are destroyed as a result of wind, heavy snow, or fire. Forest renewal in glades is difficult because of the formation of ground cover and unfavorable temperature. A large number of glades negatively influences the growth of a forest.
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Follow yonder green path till it leads you into a little grassy glade, where is a crystal well and a hut of woven boughs hard by, and you shall see her whom you seek.
The Quest of the Golden Girl by le Gallienne, Richard View in context
We occupied, in this place, the centre of a vast glade surrounded by the lofty foliage of the submarine forest.
20,000 Leagues Under The Sea by Verne, Jules View in context
At the end of a broad avenue of firs a cool green glade spread its grassy carpet in the midst of the surrounding plantation.
Man And Wife by Collins, Wilkie View in context
 
 
 
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