The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word ARBOUR
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What does ARBOUR mean?
ARBOUR noun- A shady sitting place, usually in a park or garden, and usually surrounded by climbing shrubs or vines and other vegetation.
- A shady walk.